In a crucial La Liga encounter, Almeria will host Getafe at Estadio de los Juegos Mediterraneos on Saturday, 27th April 2024.
With relegation fears mounting, Almeria desperately needs a win to keep their slim survival hopes alive, while Getafe looks to consolidate their position in the top half of the table.
Current Form
Almeria's Current Form
Almeria's season has been fraught with challenges, marked by a single win, 11 draws, and 20 losses.
Currently at the bottom of the league with 14 points, they are a significant 17 points away from safety.
Despite a 2-1 defeat in their last outing against Villarreal, they have shown signs of life with a 1-0 victory over Las Palmas in March and a few draws that have added to their points tally.
Getafe's Current Form
Getafe, on the other hand, has been more stable but not without their struggles.
Positioned 10th, they have accumulated 40 points but have only managed one win in their last eight matches, indicating a tendency to draw, especially away from home.
Team News
Almeria Team News
Almeria will be without Edgar Gonzalez, Luis Suarez, and Aleksandar Radovanovic due to injuries.
Suspensions will also sideline Gonzalo Melero and Largie Ramazani, further limiting team options.
Getafe Team News
Getafe's injury list includes Juan Iglesias, Carles Alena, Mauro Arambarri, Domingos Duarte, and Borja Mayoral, affecting their lineup choices significantly.
However, they have no fresh injury concerns from their last game.
Key Players
Almeria's Key Players
Despite the absences, Leo Baptistao and Adri Embarba will be crucial for Almeria, providing the creative spark and attacking threat needed to secure vital points.
Getafe's Key Players
For Getafe, Jaime Mata and Oscar Rodriguez will be essential, especially with Borja Mayoral sidelined.
Their ability to convert chances will be key in a fixture where every point counts.
Scoreline Prediction
With both teams struggling for wins but showing capacity to draw, especially in high-pressure games, a 1-1 stalemate seems a likely outcome.
This result would unfortunately seal Almeria's relegation, given their dire situation.
FAQ
What was the score the last time Almeria played Getafe? Getafe won the last encounter 2-1.
What time is the kickoff? The match kicks off at 3:15 PM UK time.
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