At some point in the season, Córdoba will have to break the away barrier that they have had since the start of the season in the Second Division. He still hasn’t managed to score against El Arcángel and has another opportunity today against Albacete at the Carlos Belmonte stadium from 9:00 p.m. Iván Ania’s men want to mark the long-awaited turning point so as not to depend on El Arcángel to add three. However, they must improve their defensive performance since their last two outings ended with a victory against the green and white team.
At least the team managed to beat a needy rival like Racing de Ferrol last week. With solvency, but without much brilliance, Córdoba once again added three against its supporters and remains undefeated at home. Morale is therefore high because the players have the potential to compete at least with all the teams in the category. Plus, it’s been a normal week for the team. They played last Sunday and they will do it again on Sunday. The calendar, for the first time, gives a respite to the team led by Iván Ania.
Córdoba managed to escape relegation last week, although they are on the tightrope. A defeat would be a setback in their long career in the Second Division. Today he has 8 points in your locker. And they face another rival from the lower zone as Alberto González’s Albacete only exceeds them by one point. The winner of the duel will be able to stand out from his pursuer. For its part, the La Mancha team wants to recover from the defeat suffered against Deportivo last week to avoid possible ghosts after the first eight days.
Córdoba must improve its defensive image. They have conceded seven goals in their last two outings (Elche and Huesca). All this because of defensive errors which completely knocked him out of the game. The objective of Ania’s team is therefore to be more solid at home and look for a first clean sheet away from El Arcángel. Winning or simply scoring in Albacete would give a respite to the players, the technical staff and the green and white project.
Multiple doubts
There are a lot of doubts that Córdoba brings to this match. The only officially confirmed loss is that of Kuki Zalazar. The team recovers Martínez, absent due to suspension. There are some players who have not trained normally this week like Calderón, Mati Barboza, Carlos Isaac or Adilson. Iván Ania did not want to confirm his presence or not at Carlos Belmonte. The possible loss of the Sevillian full-back is the most significant since the team does not have a replacement for this position on the left wing. Despite everything, the Asturian coach was optimistic about Calderón.
Iván Ania will not have an easy task when it comes to forming an eleven, which has changed in recent days. Especially in the offensive area. At least the goal is assured with Carlos Marín. In the rear axle, Marvel and Lapeña They seem destined to meet again. On the right side, Carlos Albarrán will find the starting lineup like last week. On the left, if the coach’s optimistic predictions come true, there will be Calderón.
In the center of the field, Isma Ruiz and Álex Sala will occupy a place. The third element (the most advanced, in midfield) has evolved in recent days. The last to occupy this position was Genaro, although Jacobo starts as favorite as long as Adilson is available to occupy the left. The other option is Théo Zidane or Ander Yoldi between the two. The only clear one in the offensive sector is Carracedo on the right wing. And Antonio Casas, who will be the reference above. He is the current Pichichi with three goals.
