Almería Team News Page 12 - Soccer

Edgar Gonzalez - Completes suspension Gonzalez completed his one-game suspension and will be available for selection for the Sep. 17 match against Villarreal.

Impact The defender was sent off against Cadiz and had to sit out the 3-2 loss against Celta Vigo, but he should be in contention for a starting role after the international break, playing at center-back alongside either Kaiky or Chumi.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Hard to blame for goals conceded Maximiano recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Friday's 3-2 loss versus Celta Vigo.

Impact It's extremely hard to blame Maximiano for the goals he conceded in this match, and although three goals would kill the stat line of any goalkeeper, he didn't have any responsibility on those plays. Maximiano will look to deliver a bounce-back performance at Villarreal after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Arribas - Scores in loss to Celta Arribas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Friday's 3-2 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Arribas has shown flashes of brilliance this season, but it's also worth noting he has been quite inconsistent on a game-to-game basis. Despite starting in two just of his four appearances, he's making the most of his performances -- he's registered two goals, eight shots, six chances created and six corners taken so far.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Largie Ramazani - Active, delivers assist Ramazani assisted once to go with five shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 3-2 defeat to Celta Vigo.

Impact Known for his acceleration and blistering pace, Ramazani showed both traits in the sequence that led to Almeria's equalizer, as he captured a loose ball and used his pace to leave defenders behind before sending a low cross that was tapped home by Sergio Arribas. This was Ramazani's first assist of the current campaign, but given this was his third start of the campaign, he should continue to see regular minutes going forward.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Akieme - Taps it home from close range Akieme scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-2 loss against Celta Vigo.

Impact Even though Akieme is not a striker by any means, he found himself in the right place and at the right time to pull one back for Almeria with the team trailing by two in the second half, as the right-back tapped home a low cross from Gonzalo Melero. Despite his consistent attacking runs, most of Akieme's value going forward should be tied to what he can do on the defensive end.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Melero - Sets up first goal Friday Melero assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 3-2 defeat to Celta Vigo.

Impact Melero was a constant presence in the final meters and was one of Almeria's main playmaking threats all game long, though his efforts were finally rewarded when he latched on a loose ball and set up Sergio Akieme to pull one back in the early stages of the first half. Even though the assist didn't prevent the defeat, it was Melero's first assist of the season in what was also his first start of 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Celta Vigo beats Almeria with late Swedberg goal for its first Liga win

Williot Swedberg has scored in the 87th minute as Celta Vigo defeated Almeria 3-2 for its first Spanish league victory of the season

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • Associated Press

Cesar Montes - Joins Almeria Montes completed a permanent move to Almeria from Espanyol, the club announced.

Impact Montes completed the permanent move to Almeria after Espanyol suffered relegation. The center-back is a solid defender and could take an immediate role with Almeria, though he may be a depth option at first. He will have the international break to integrate with his new team.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leo Baptistao - On bench for first time Baptistao (Achilles) will be an option off the bench against Celta Vigo on Friday.

Impact Baptistao actually made a two-minute cameo versus Cadiz on Aug. 26 and appears to not have suffered any setbacks in his recovery. Still, given his lengthy recovery, the forward is unlikely to truly push for a spot in the starting XI any time soon.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kaiky Melo - Scores stoppage-time goal Kaiky scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Kaiky came off the bench and was Almeria's hero, as his stoppage-time equalizer proved to be pivotal as they escaped with a point against Cadiz despite playing most of the second half with 10 players. Given Edgar Gonzalez will be suspended for Friday's match against Celta Vigo, it wouldn't be surprising if Kaiky starts at center-back alongside Chumi.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Arribas - Active as playmaker Arribas recorded two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Arribas often pushed the lines forward from his midfield role and was at the center of the majority of Almeria's attacks. The playmaker has settled in well as a starter and has already racked up one goal, six shots and six chances created across three appearances (two starts), numbers that should keep him in the XI as long as he remains healthy.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Can't keep clean sheet Saturday Maximiano had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Maximiano made two saves and often responded when required, but he could've done nothing in the sequence that led to Luis Hernandez's goal. The goalkeeper should remain in the starting lineup when Almeria takes on Celta Vigo this Friday in their final match before the international break.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edgar Gonzalez - Sent off against Cadiz Gonzalez was sent off in the 50th minute of Saturday's match against Cadiz after receiving two yellow. He finished with three clearances, one tackle and one interception.

Impact Gonzalez was booked once in each half and will miss Friday's contest against Celta Vigo, though he'll be eligible to return against Villarreal right after the international break. His absence will be a big one for Almeria defensively, as he has started every match so far, and Kaiky could step in as his replacement at center-back.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahima Kone - Comes off bench Saturday Kone registered one shot (one on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact Kone made his season debut for the team with an appearance off the bench Saturday, playing in 29 minutes during the loss to Real Madrid. He will look to have success in La Liga this season after scoring seven goals in 37 appearances with Lorient last campaign.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Robertone - Bags assist Robertone assisted once to go with five shots (two on target), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact Robertone had a busy day Sunday, getting his first assist of the season while also totaling five shots and creating three chances. He has picked up where he left off from last season, recording two goals and seven assists during the 2022/23 campaign.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Arribas - Scores against former team Arribas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact Arribas got his first start of the season following his move from Real Madrid and was able to score against them in the early minutes of the matches. The midfielder will keep his starting role for the team, following six chances created in the last two games for Almeria.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Allows three in loss Maximiano recorded six saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Maximiano had a promising performance against Real Madrid despite allowing three goals during his first start of the season. With Fernando Martinez benched, either Luis Maximiano or Diego Marino will be the options as the fulltime keeper this season.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahima Kone - Signs five-year deal Kone completed a transfer to Almeria from Lorient on Wednesday, signing a five-year contract with his new club.

Impact Kone featured for the French club 15 times in 37 appearances last season, registering seven goals on 31 shots (16 on target), one assist and 15 chances created. After coming off the bench in Lorient's season opener versus PSG, Kone could challenge Lazaro Vinicius for a spot in the starting XI moving forward.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Returns to La Liga Maximiano has transferred to Almeria on loan with the obligation to buy, Lazio announced.

Impact Maximiano was brought in to be the starter last summer but relinquished the job to Ivan Provedel due to a red card in his debut and appeared just five times in the cups afterward. He's set to be the top option in his new home. He allowed 55 goals, made 127 saves, and kept seven clean sheets in 35 appearances with Granada in 2021/2022.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adri Embarba - Tries eight crosses Embarba generated three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Friday's 2-0 defeat against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Of Embarba's eight crosses, only one reached its target, as his efforts went unfulfilled in the 2-0 loss. The 31-year-old attacker also tried three shots in the match but could not find the goal. Embarba was active on both ends of the ball, racking up three fouls and winning two free kicks.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Suarez - Busy but fruitless effort Suarez recorded four shots (two on goal) in Friday's 2-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Suarez was buzzing right from the start, winning three free kicks before the 30th minute. Suarez fired his first shot on goal in the 34th minute, with his second shot on target coming just minutes later but neither could beat the keeper. Suarez kept the energy going in the second half but had one shot blocked and another miss to the left of the goal in the 91st minute.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Marino - Concedes two versus Rayo Vallecano Marino had two saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 2-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Marino had the unfortunate experience of facing two penalties within eight minutes of each other in the first half of Almeria's first match of the season. The 33-year-old keeper conceded on both penalties, which was too much for his side to overcome on the scoreboard. On a positive note, Marino also managed two saves in the match.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iddrisu Baba - Signs with Almeria Baba has agreed to join Almeria from Mallorca, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Baba joins Almeria on a season-long loan deal from Mallorca, and there's an option to sign the midfielder permanently once the deal expires at the end of the current campaign. Baba operated mainly as a defensive midfielder for Mallorca and should have a similar role with his new team. He racked up 33 clearances, 11 interceptions and eight blocks across 29 appearances for Mallorca during the 2022-23 season.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Pubill Pages - Completes permanent transfer Pubill transferred to Almeria from Levante on Wednesday, signing a six-year deal with his new club.

Impact Pubill played in 31 matches for Levante last season, recording two goals, one assist and five yellow cards. The right-back could push for a spot in the starting XI and would likely generate plenty of crosses, tackles and clearances. If he can earn the starting gig, Pubill could be a decent fantasy target given his ability to push the attack.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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