UD Almería gear up for clash against high-flying Racing Santander
Top scorers vs top contenders in early-season showdown at the UD Almería Stadium this Sunday (KO 6:30pm Spanish Time)
UD Almería are deep in preparations for this Sunday’s crucial home fixture against current league table-toppers and free-scoring Racing de Santander. Both sides, strong contenders for promotion, are looking to bounce back from last season’s play-off semi-final exits and this match could serve as an early litmus test of their credentials.
The Rojiblancos face a stern challenge despite it being only Matchday 5 in a long campaign. Rubi’s men are still seeking the right equilibrium between defensive solidity and attacking prowess. So far, UD Almería have conceded 6 goals (4 in their home opener against Albacete BP and two more away at the Anoeta stadium) though they did secure a clean sheet in their 1–0 win over Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa.
Sunday’s visitors, meanwhile, have been in red-hot form in front of goal. Racing lead the scoring charts with 10 goals in just 3 games, with striker Asier Villalibre topping the second-tier individual tally with 4, closely followed by team-mate Andrés Martín on 3.
The visit of the division’s most potent attack will be a major test of UD Almería’s tactical evolution and a chance to prove that their defensive work is starting to match their attacking promise.