The Rojiblancos step up preparations ahead of Sunday's fixture against Real Sociedad, who are visiting the South Coast on a five-week unbeaten away run.
UD Almería are going to put their strength as hosts to the test at the beginning of 2023 at the Power Horse Stadium, where the Rojiblancos managed to win their last four home games played in 2022 with really significant and well-merited results. Furthermore, the Indálicos also defeated Sevilla FC on Matchday 3.
UD Almería are one of the LaLiga Santander sides with the best home form. Only FC Barcelona, Real Madrid CF, Real Betis and Athletic Club de Bilbao have added more points as hosts than UD Almería. In the first home game of 2023, UD Almería will welcome third-placed Real Sociedad, one of the top-tier teams with the best away form. The Northerns have won five out of the seven fixtures played as guests, showing their attacking potential on their outings.
With that in mind, Sunday's encounter (KO 2pm CET) is expected to be a stern test for the Rojiblancos, who will be putting in the graft with an eye to continue to make progress on home turf in 2023. With this objective, the squad step up preparations for the game against the San Sebastian-based side.
This Wednesday, the Rojiblancos have been training on the Anexo ground, with all the players up for grabs as there no fresh injury concerns. This Thursday, UD Almería will be taking to the Anexo again to train behind closed doors. On Friday and Saturday, Rubi's men will be out through their paces at the Power Horse Stadium to flesh out details.