UD Almeria vs Valencia CF, La Liga 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
UD Almeria vs Valencia CF — La Liga at Estadio Mediterraneo.
- UD Almeria 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Valencia CF 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jose Sanchez
- Referee Raul Cabanero
- Referee Juan Lopez
- Referee Ignacio Iglesias
- Referee Alvaro Lopez
- Referee Isidro Diaz de Mera
- Referee David Lopez
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCD Mallorca | 38 | 42 |
| 2 | Girona FC | 38 | 41 |
| 3 | Real Oviedo | 38 | 29 |
| 4 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Deportivo Alavés | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Villarreal CF | 1 | 1 |
| 9 | RC Deportivo La Coruna | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Elche CF | 1 | 1 |
| 11 | Málaga CF | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | FC Barcelona | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Real Madrid CF | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Club Atletico de Madrid | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Real Betis Balompié | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | RC Celta de Vigo | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Valencia CF | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Athletic Club | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | CA Osasuna | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 1 | 0 |
| 22 | Getafe CF | 1 | 0 |
| 23 | Levante UD | 1 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Apr | Valencia CF | H | 2–1 | W |
| 02 Apr | RC Celta de Vigo | A | 2–2 | D |
| 18 Mar | Cadiz CF | H | 1–1 | D |
| 12 Mar | Sevilla FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Mar | Villarreal CF | H | 0–2 | L |
| 26 Feb | FC Barcelona | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Apr | UD Almeria | A | 1–2 | L |
| 03 Apr | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | H | 1–1 | D |
| 18 Mar | Club Atletico de Madrid | A | 0–3 | L |
| 11 Mar | CA Osasuna | H | 1–0 | W |
| 05 Mar | FC Barcelona | A | 0–1 | L |
| 25 Feb | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | H | 1–0 | W |
Key Stats
100%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
100%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' That's the starting whistle at Estadio Mediterraneo. Ninety minutes of football awaits between UD Almeria and Valencia CF.
- 5' Over 5 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 7' Dimitri Foulquier has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 7.
- 12' Brazil international Samuel has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 17' The 31-year-old Samu Castillejo has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 20' UD Almeria player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 23' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Luis Suarez on 23 minutes.
- 28' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. UD Almeria needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 33' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 38' Hugo Guillamon has been relatively quiet despite scoring 9 goals in his last 422 appearances.
- 42' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Lucas Robertone.
- 42' Another change for Valencia CF made on 42 minute. Justin Kluivert leaves to be changed by Fran Perez.
- 47' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Rubi will be considering his options from the bench.
- 49' Against the run of play, Melero has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 50' A tactical swap from Valencia CF — Hugo Guillamon on, Nico Gonzalez off on 50 minutes.
- 51' A tactical swap from Valencia CF — Hugo Guillamon on, Nico Gonzalez off on 51 minutes.
- 56' Valencia CF is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 58' Goal! Srdan Babic scores his 9 goal in 246 matches.
- 59' Goal! Srdan Babic scores his 9 goal in 246 matches.
- 61' Samu Castillejo doubles the advantage! 3-1 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 66' The whistle greets Arnau Puigmal as he departs to be replaced by Alejandro Pozo.
- 71' It is a cagey affair so far. UD Almeria in their trying to find a way past Valencia CF's compact .
- 73' A change in the Valencia CF ranks — Samuel exits the field as Yunus Musah enters on 73.
- 78' Another change for UD Almeria made on 78 minute. Leo Baptistao leaves to be changed by Largie Ramazani.
- 83' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 86' Fran Perez picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 87' That is a Yellow card for Valencia CF. Fran Perez will be fuming at that decision.
- 90' UD Almeria manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Kaiky is hanging Luis Suarez on the field on 90 minute.
- Valencia CF will have plenty to reflect on. UD Almeria were simply the better side today.
Lineups
UD Almeria Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 19
- 12
- 20
- 13
- 21
- 22
- 16
- 5
- 23
- 18
Bench
- 24
- 8
- 17
- 1
- 6
- 10
- 4
- 7
- 14
- 2
- 26
Coach
Rubi
Valencia CF Lineups
Starting XI
- 12
- 14
- 20
- 19
-
9
Justin Kluivert ↓ Fran Perez 42'
- 11
- 25
- 18
-
16
Samuel ↓ Yunus Musah 73'
- 15
-
17
Nico Gonzalez ↓ Hugo Guillamon 50'
Bench
-
7
Edinson Cavani ↑ 73'
- 3
- 5
- 1
- 24
-
6
Hugo Guillamon ↑ 50'
- 22
-
4
Yunus Musah ↑ 73'
- 21
- 8
- 33
-
29
Fran Perez ↑ 42'
Coach
Ruben Baraja
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Sergio Arribas | 3 |
| Juan Brandariz | 2 |
| Srdan Babic | 2 |
| Samu Castillejo | 1 |
| Melero | 1 |
| Javier Guerra | 1 |
| Diego Lopez | 1 |
| Hugo Duro | 1 |
UD Almeria Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.57
UD Almeria xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.06
Valencia CF xG
I would bet for:
Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: UD Almeria win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.63
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 74% |
|
26% |
| ± 2.5 | 48% |
|
52% |
| ± 3.5 | 27% |
|
73% |
| ± 4.5 | 13% |
|
87% |
Double Chance
UD Almeria or Draw
76%
Draw or Valencia CF
50%
UD Almeria or Valencia CF
74%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.9%
1 – 0
10.3%
0 – 0
9.2%
2 – 1
Actual
2 – 0
8.6%
0 – 1
6.6%
1 – 2
6.1%
2 – 2
4.9%
3 – 1
4.8%
3 – 0
4.4%
0 – 2
4%
3 – 2
2.6%
Asian Handicap — UD Almeria
| Handicap | UD Almeria covers | Push | Valencia CF covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 15% | 75% |
| -1.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| -1 | 25% | 23% | 52% |
| -0.5 | 48% | — | 52% |
| +0.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +1 | 76% | 15% | 10% |
| +1.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
| +2 | 90% | 7% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
UD Almeria keeps clean sheet
35%
✓
Valencia CF keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.