# Spanish regional sports preseason preparations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-regional-sports-preseason-preparations > Updated: 2026-08-31T09:15:32.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. Spanish sports clubs in the Melilla and Almería regions are undergoing preseason preparations for their upcoming competitive seasons. UD Melilla has entered the final phase of preseason training at the Estadio Municipal Álvarez Claro, focusing on tactical adjustments and defensive concepts under coach Miguel Rivera. The team is scheduled for a final preseason test against CP Mijas Las Lagunas on August 29. In Almería, UD Almería is preparing for its debut in the Segunda Federación for the 2026-2027 season, with an inaugural home match against CD Femarguín set for September 6. Additionally, the basketball team Melilla Ciudad del Deporte is conducting intensive training under coach Rafa Sanz to prepare for the Segunda FEB season. Recent developments for the 2026/2027 season include squad reinforcements and new club initiatives. UD Almería has added Javi Muñoz and Leonardo Lelo to its roster. In basketball, Saúl Ramos has joined CB Almería, and Adesa 80 Baloncesto has announced a Winter School for children. In Melilla, Real Club Marítimo de Melilla presented its Primera Nacional Andalucía men's team, which is part of a larger project involving more than 200 players. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Spanish sports clubs prepare for 2026/2027 season Spanish sports organizations are gearing up for the 2026/2027 season through new player signings, basketball academy launches, and the expansion of municipal sports programs. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-sports-clubs-prepare-for-upcoming-competitive-seasons ### 2026-08-25: UD Melilla enters final preseason training phase UD Melilla enters the final week of preseason training, focusing on tactical drills ahead of a match against CP Mijas Las Lagunas. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ud-melilla-enters-final-preseason-training-phase --- Cite as: Spanish regional sports preseason preparations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-regional-sports-preseason-preparations