UD Almería are preparing for their second consecutive home fixture at the UD Almería Stadium and head coach Xavier García Pimienta is expecting  highly motivated opponents and a challenging game.

'CD Leganés have had a few disappointing results, particularly their most recent game against Cádiz CF. They're a great team with players who have plenty of experience at this level,' the UD Almería head coach explained. He issued a clear warning: 'When an opponent comes into a game like this, they become even more dangerous.'

García Pimienta described CD Leganés as a 'difficult, physical side' and outlined the kind of contest he expects: 'It'll be similar to the previous game. Hopefully, we won't give too much away and we'll be more clinical in front of goal than we were last week. It'll be a demanding game, but if we're at 110%, we'll have a chance of winning.'

UD Almería are in excellent form, having won 5 consecutive matches. Nevertheless, the gaffer remains focused on the immediate challenge rather than looking too far ahead: 'I've said it before and I'll say it again: we won't know what we're aiming for until there are 4 or 5 games left. Right now, I'm only thinking about Sunday's fixture.'

The pre-match press conference also touched on Álex Sola. 'The Club dealt with the matter directly, applying its internal disciplinary procedures, so there's little more I can say. The team are in a good place and none of this can distract us from what matters: the game against CD Leganés.'

Regarding Sola's return to group training, the Barcelona-born added: 'Sola will train with the group next week, as he's been training individually so far. He'll be another member of the squad and if I feel he's the right option and that he can benefit the team, he'll play. If not, another team-mate will take his place.'