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Almeria loses to Celta Vigo and winless run hits 30 games in Spain

Almeria’s record winless run has increased to 30 games following a 1-0 loss to Celta Vigo in La Liga

MARCH 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Bruno Langa - Sent off Friday Langa was shown a straight red card and sent off during Friday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Langa will miss at least one match and potentially more depending if the foul is deemed serious enough. Langa was making his third start in a row at left-back before the sending off. Alex Centelles could slot into the starting XI while Langa is sidelined via suspension.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Romero - Stretchered off Romero (undisclosed) was stretchered off during Friday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Romero had to be stretchered off during Friday's clash due to a collision. The forward will hope the injury isn't as severe as it seems to be, with his first chance to return coming after an extended break for a March 11 clash with Sevilla.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahima Kone - Completes portions of training Kone (ankle) was a partial participant in Tuesday's training session.

Impact The fact that Kone is yet to train in full makes him a long shot to make the squad against Celta Vigo on Friday but perhaps he'll be ready to face Sevilla on March 11 given the extra days to recover. The forward has been out of action since Oct. 6 against Athletico Madrid, a stretch of 17 La Liga contests. Even prior to getting hurt, Kone featured primarily as a substitute option and figures to remain in that role once cleared to play.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Viera - Sets up goal against Atletico Madrid Viera assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Viera set up a goal for Luka Romero in the 64th minute with a chipped pass. He also managed to create two chances. He has played only two games for the club as he recently joined Almeria on a free transfer.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Pubill Pages - Assists goal against Atletico Madrid Pubill assisted once to go with six crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Pubill set up the equalizer for Luka Romero in the 27th minute. He recorded the most crosses in the game, completed five dribbles and also recorded two tackles and two clearances but was dribbled past twice in key areas. He now has recorded two goal involvements in two consecutive games.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Romero - Scores brace against Atletico Madrid Romero scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Romero's first start for the club began on an extremely positive note as he scored stunning goals in the 27th and 64th minute. He also completed two dribbles and recorded a clearance. Performances like this will help his development as he is on loan from AC MIlan.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Concedes two against Atletico Madrid Maximiano had seven saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Maximiano secured Almeria a point as he recorded seven crucial saves and a clearance. He has had a decent run of performances, as he recorded 17 saves in the last three games and had also secured a clean sheet against Athletic Club.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

LUKA ROMERO 💎 #almeria #skills

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Cesar Montes - Finds bench against Atletico Montes (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Montes is back with the team after missing the club's past two contests due to a lingering knee issue. The defender lines up on the bench Saturday but should be expected to return to his normal starting spot next week, as before his injury, he started in eight of the club's last nine contests.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Montes - Possibility for Saturday Montes (knee) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid, as manager Gaizka Garitano told reporters, "Everyone is available for selection, with the except...

Impact Montes looks to be in line for a return this week after missing the past two matches due to a knee issue. His return should not come as much of a surprise, as he was expected to get on the team sheet last week against Granada but failed a late fitness test that held him out for the contest. The defender will most likely come in snagging the starting spot at center-back if selected for the match, as he has started in the past eight games he has been available for. However, there still is a chance Aleksandar Radovanovic and Edgar Gonzalez earn the start in the middle of the defense once again, with Montes getting time off the bench to test his legs after the absence.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Adri Embarba - Registers two shots Embarba attempted two shots (one off target) and three crosses (none accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Embarba was denied both a goal and assist by two offside decisions and was unlucky to come away without an attacking return. He was effective out of possession with two out of three tackles won. The winger has been an inconsistent starter this term and is still looking for his first goal.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Arribas - Picks up assist Arribas registered one assist from three chances created and delivered three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Granada.

Impact Arribas picked up his second assist of the season when he intercepted a stray pass deep in opposition territory and found Marc Pubill. The winger ranked joint first among his teammates for chances created and has found the net six times in his first season as a first-team regular.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Pubill Pages - Scores first La Liga goal Pubill scored with his only effort at goal, attempted four crosses (one accurate) and won two of his three tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Pubill opened his La Liga account in style, picking up the ball mid-way through the opposing team's half before smashing the ball in from the edge of the area. The right-back also delivered more crosses than any other player and created one goal-scoring opportunity. He missed a large chunk of the season with a knee injury but is a certain starter when fit.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Maximiano - Concedes once Maximiano made six saves and conceded once in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Maximiano made a succession of routine saves to help earn his side a point. The keeper has kept four clean sheets this season, all of which have come in the last 11 games, despite playing behind the league's weakest defense. He next faces a tough test against Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Largie Ramazani - Returns from one-game ban Ramazani completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Ramazani missed the 1-1 draw against Granada, but he has been starting regularly over the last few weeks, and there's no reason to believe he won't contend for a starting role with Choco Lozano for the Atletico Madrid clash. On the season, Ramazani has three goals and four assists across 23 appearances (14 starts).

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leo Baptistao - Back from suspension Baptistao completed his two-game suspension and is eligible to return against Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

Impact The return of Baptistao will provide a huge boost to Almeria's attacking line, as the striker had racked up two goals, 17 shots and eight chances created in his previous seven appearances (all starts) before the suspension. Baptistao should return to the starting lineup immediately ahead of Saturday's meeting with Atletico, sending Choco Lozano to the bench.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

ON THE LIMIT 😯 #saves #almeria

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Cesar Montes - Fails fitness test Montes (knee) is not in the squad to face Granada on Sunday.

Impact Montes misses out on his second straight match after failing a late fitness test Sunday. The centerback is replaced in the starting XI by Aleksandar Radovanovic.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dion Lopy - Fit for bench role Lopy (undisclosed) is in the Almeria squad to face Granada on Sunday.

Impact Lopy was forced off early during last week's match against Athletic Club with an injury. The midfielder's role on the bench breaks a streak of nine straight La Liga starts.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Montes - Facing late fitness test Montes (knee) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's contest against Granada, the club announced Friday.

Impact Montes' status for Sunday won't be known until the club's team sheet is released, with the club stating his integration into the team will not be known until "the last moment." This comes after the defender was forced to miss the club's most recent match, having only worked on the sidelines over the past week. With the current situation, Montes will most likely only line up on the bench if selected for the team, with the club not wanting to rush him back into play after facing a late fitness test and giving the start to either Aleksandar Radovanov or the newly healthy Chumi.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chumi - Good to go against Granada Chumi (undisclosed) is an option for Sunday's match against Granada, according to the club.

Impact Chumi missed out on the club's last match after going down with an undisclosed issue days before, but he is now an option again after training in a group session Friday. This is a huge boost for the club, as they now gain a regular starter back and only await Cesar Montes' recovery to have their preferred four all healthy in the defense. Chumi should be expected to return to the starting XI against Granada, as he has only missed out on a start in five of the 23 matches he has been an option for.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chumi - Missed Monday's match with injury Chumi was not an option during Monday's 0-0 draw to Athletic Club with an injury, per el Diario de Almeria.

Impact Chumi sat out for the first time since Sep 26 with an undisclosed injury. Aleksander Radovanovic and Edgar Gonzalez were the center back pairing during Monday's draw in his absence and could see the starts again if the defender is ruled out for a second match in a row. He's totaled 67 clearances and 18 blocks in 21 appearances, 18 of them coming as starts.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Robertone - Returns to starting XI Robertone recorded one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Athletic.

Impact Robertone was selected to the starting lineup and played 90 minutes after being unexpectedly dropped to the role of substitute in Almeria's previous match. Over the campaign, he has made 20 appearances (18 starts). Thus far, Robertone's goal scoring contributions this campaign (zero goals, five assists) lag behind last season's output of two goals and seven assists.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandar Radovanovic - Stalwart debut performance Radovanovic registered one shot (zero on goal) in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Athletic.

Impact Radovanovic was given his first opportunity to start and impress Monday. He was loaned to Almeria late in January. Radovanovic's performance was a solid in the center of defense Monday, attempting one tackle (zero won), making a block, intercepting twice, and registering 12 clearances in Almeria's clean sheet effort. If the loanee is able to string together additional strong performances, he could be a key cog in the Almeria back line for the remainder of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Almeria loses to Celta Vigo and winless run hits 30 games in Spain