David Albelda’s Villarreal B face stern test at Atlético de Madrid B | OneFootball

Cerro del Espino hosts on Friday at 19.00 one of the standout fixtures in Group 2 of Primera Federación, as leaders Villarreal B visit Atlético de Madrid B.

El Periódico Mediterráneo reports that both reserve sides are unbeaten and in the upper reaches. Atlético Madrileño have been robust at home, drawing 2-2 with Juventud Torremolinos then beating Murcia 4-0.

Villarreal B are not affected by international call-ups, so David Albelda can keep his core together. Away form has been perfect, 1-2 at Rayo Majadahonda and 0-3 at SD Huesca.

Striker Facundo Viveros returns after serving a two-match ban. César Bonafé misses out through injury, and is expected to be important for the B team this season.

They also seek to tidy up after last weekend at the Mini Estadi, where Antequera earned a 2-2 draw. The hosts led 2-0 by minute 15, a reminder to maintain focus in Madrid.

If nothing unexpected occurs late on, the possible XI could include Kinareikin in goal. Jan Encuentra, Álvaro García, Enric Pujol and Eneko Ortiz in defence.

Pablo Pascual and Cheikh in midfield, with Nizar, Baratucci and Gaitán behind the striker. Albert García could spearhead the attack.

Source: El Periódico Mediterráneo

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