UD Almería don't take Real Zaragoza for granted

UD Almería are taking nothing for granted regarding the situation of Real Zaragoza in LaLiga Hypermotion, especially after last week they ended a 7-game winless streak with a victory over Cádiz CF. Their previous W had been recorded in Santander against the current leaders 3-2. Surprising and another reason to approach the Ibercaja Stadium with caution.

25 points separate the two sides in the standings. UD Almería sit second, in automatic promotion spots; Real Zaragoza are second-to-last, in relegation positions to third-tier Primera RFEF. Survival is still 6 points away for the Maños who are the second worst home team with only 2 wins in 14 matches.

UD Almería’s away record is 5 wins, 5 draws and 4 losses. Real Zaragoza concede the second most goals at home, while UD Almería are the third highest-scoring away side. On top of that, they have the Pichichi candidate, Sergio Arribas with 17 goals… and Embarba with 10.

Completely different numbers, but the reality will be very different. For this reason, the Andalusians are wary; in a classic 'trap match.' Around 20,000 fans will be pushing a historically great Real Zaragoza that have the chance to continue their reaction in the league and what better way than against one of the top rivals to beat? Their new head coach has made a strong start and although there are absences, he may also recover players with significant influence.

With all these factors, the match will be very difficult, but UD Almería are back in good form, returned to the automatic promotion spots, have almost the entire squad available and can take an important step toward their objectives in Zaragoza.

The squad members are training hard at the UD Almería Stadium so as to complete preparations. They trained on Thursday and will do it again on Friday morning. In the afternoon, they will be jetting off to Zaragoza on a charter flight.