Dépor's home fortress faces tough test against high-flying UD Almería

RC Deportivo de La Coruña’s perfect home record this season is under serious threat this Saturday as they host UD Almería at the packed Abanca-Riazor Stadium. With just over 32,000 fans expected, the atmosphere will be electric for an exciting LaLiga Hypermotion fixture. 

Deportivo, alongside Cádiz CF, are the only teams in the second division still unbeaten and their defensive solidity has been key to their rise. They have yet to concede a single goal at home, having shut out all opposition at the Riazor so far. However, their away form has been less impressive, with 5 goals conceded in their 7 matches.

UD Almería, on the other hand, will be looking to extend their scoring streak. They have found the net in every one of their 13 league fixtures this season and are among the highest-scoring teams in the second division. With both teams boasting impressive attacking firepower, Deportivo have scored 16 goals, keeping a clean sheet will be a significant challenge for the guests.

The Rojiblancos are preparing rigorously at their Anexo training ground, aiming to break Deportivo’s formidable defence and extend their impressive scoring run. There is some uncertainty over Lopy’s participation, as he continues ball work, while Embarba is confirmed absent due to suspension following a straight red card at the Gran Canaria stadium.

This weekend promises to be a high-stakes encounter as two of the league’s most in-form teams face off in a thrilling battle for supremacy at the Abanca-Riazor.