Almeria boss Francisco has called on his side to be "bold" in Monday's La Liga clash against Real Sociedad.

As it stands, Almeria sit 19th in the table, but would move out of the relegation zone with the three points on their own patch.

"We have to be at 100% in defence but also remembering we need the points. Losing is not important at this stage of the season. We have to get three points," he told reporters.

"We want a bold, attacking game. Now is the time to be ambitious, within reason. La Real are looking to get into the Champions League. Their aim is very different from ours.

"They've got players who have played in the Champions League and could play in the top team in any European League."

"They're having a very good season and play well, especially on the counter."

Almeria have won four, drawn four and lost five of their 13 home league games this season.