First Team
Robertone and Lázaro: two new names in UD Almería squad
The Argentinean returns after undergoing surgery back in October for a left shoulder dislocation, while the Brazilian has completed his loan spell at SE Palmeiras. The Rojiblancos will battle it out in Córdoba in a highly demanding match to remain top of the table
Lucas Robertone and Lázaro Vinicius are the two new names in UD Almería's squad list ahead of this Sunday's match against Córdoba CF at the Nuevo Arcángel stadium (KO 2pm Spanish Time) as the Rojiblancos Kick off the second half of LaLiga Hypermotion.
The Argentinean midfielder has been on the treatment table for three months after undergoing surgery back in October for a left shoulder dislocation. The Brazilian attacker has just rejoined the team after his international loan spell at Brazilian top-tier side SE Palmeiras.
Fernando and Léo Baptistāo, who missed the Spanish Cup tie due to muscle issues, are also available, while Melero, due to suspension, as well as crocked Gui Guedes and Baba have been ruled. Rachad, due to a last-minute minor injury.
UD Almería had one last training session at the Stadium before flying charter to Córdoba, where they will face a highly demanding match against opponents who have been unbeaten on home turf throughout the first half of the season. The Rojiblancos, who are on a 12-game unbeaten streak are going to battle it out in Córdoba to remain top of the table.
Matchday 22 UD Almería squad list:
Goalkeepers: Maximiano (1), Fernando (13).
Defenders: Edgar (3), Kaiky (4), Radovanovic (16), Pozo (17), Marc Pubill (18), Alex Centelles (20), Chumi (21) and Bruno Langa (24).
Midfielders: Arnau Puigmal (2), Robertone (5), Lopy (6), Lázaro (7), Nico Melamed (10), Sergio Arribas (11), Baptistao (12), Rubén Quintanilla (34) and Perovic (36 ).
Forwards: Luis Suárez (9) and Marezi (19)