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Some LaLiga Hypermotion top-of-the-table teams give UD Almería a new opportunity
Although the play-offs are now 2 points adrift, plus goal difference, the setbacks of CD Mirandés, Real Oviedo, and SD Huesca allow these direct rivals to keep their place in the standings and are within striking distance
Some of LaLiga Hypermotion top-of-the-table teams give UD Almería a new opportunity to react in this crucial stretch of the league and revive their hopes, which were wrecked after the tough defeat suffered in Castellón. If the Rojiblancos are still failing to do their homework now that final exams are fast approaching, some of their direct rivals aren't putting in much effort either.
After the Matchday 36, the Indálicos have dropped one place and sit currently 8th (56 points), 2 points behind Granada CF (58), with whom they are trailing on goal difference, which must also be taken into account. However, the gap remains with SD Huesca (7th with 57), while CD Mirandés and Real Oviedo (both with 59) are within striking distance.
Neither side won this match week; UD Almería failed to capitalise on the opportunity to take a significant step forward, but they have new opportunities. Higher up the table, Racing Santander (3rd, with 63), Levante UD (second, with 66), and Elche CF (first, with 67) are in the distance, but beware: there are 18 points left to play for and the Cántabros also have to visit the UD Almería Stadium.
The Rojiblancos now have two consecutive home matches against Racing de Ferrol and CD Eldense. These two Matchdays feature matches like Real Oviedo vs Levante UD, Granada CF vs Elche CF, SD Huesca vs Real Oviedo... not to mention some interesting derbies like CD Mirandés vs Burgos Cereal Zaragoza vs SD Huesca.
There's still plenty to happen in this exciting and unpredictable Liga Hypermotion, although there's one thing that just can't happen... and that's UD Almería failing again.