Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(59) 40 Goals 16 (42)
(41) 29 Assists 11 (25)
(6.6) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.4 (6.4)
29.5 Average Age 24.5
183.3 Average Height (cm) 180.8
(0.7) 1 Shots pg 0.7 (0.8)
(51%) 50% Aerial Duel Success 52% (49%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.1) 0.9 Tackles pg 1.1 (1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Athletic Club
Almeria
Player Reason Status Rating
Íñigo Ruíz de Galarreta Out 6.78
Peru Nolaskoain Doubtful 6.18
Player Reason Status Rating
Luis Suárez Out 6.69
Edgar González Out 6.51
Marc Pubill Doubtful 6.85
Lucas Robertone Doubtful 6.8

Team News

Athletic Club
Almeria
  • Oihan Sancet returns from suspension.
  • Club captain Iker Muniain could still start in attacking midfield, though.
  • Yeray Alvarez seems to have his spot in the side nailed since his lengthy recovery from injury.
  • Almeria will be without Luis Suarez and Edgar Gonzalez in their starting eleven; Lucas Robertone is still recovering from injury but could also be sidelined.
  • Ibrahima Kone should lead the line up top in Suarez's place.
  • Sergio Arribas could return to the starting team, replacing Luis Baptistao.

Prediction

  • Athletic club have not lost to Almeria in the two's last eight meetings; Almeria, meanwhile, have not won a game in eight matches and are still looking for their first win of the La Liga season.
  • Although Granada came back from 3-0 down to earn a draw at Almeria, there were signs of improvement. Danger man Largie Ramazani was the first player ever for Almeria to record three assists in one game.
  • Almeria have been poor on the road this season, though, and Athletic Club will be looking to deal some damage following their embarrassment in the basque derby.
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