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It is Barcelona against Getafe in a La Liga match that should see the home team maintain their odds-on bet for success this season. The Catalan giants occupy the top position on the table having won six consecutive games, in contrast, Getafe is struggling in the relegation zone having lost four out of the first five games in the new year’s ‘2024/25’ season. Getafe have failed to add the scoreboard their last five encounters against Barcelona and given Barca’s recent performance another big win is on the cards in the Spotify Camp Nou.
Key Stats & Insights
In La Liga, Barcelona have won their last six games.
- Barcelona are unbeaten in their 5 last games against Getafe. At present, Getafe have scored only 0.5 goals per match in the current season of La Liga.
- Barcelona have been able to register a clean sheet in their five last matches against Getafe.
Team Form and Performance
Barcelona
Barcelona are currently riding high on form; they have won all the six matches of La Liga this season. The attacking line of the BCMG, which is Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, has particularly been so lethal, given that Lewandowski scored in the preceding six match installations. However, new concern arises, their attack power is very high but what about defense? That could be their weakness that many coaches find worrying, particularly in the period after the Marc-André ter Stegen knee injury. However, they have not conceded in their last five encounters with Getafe at this venue. Barcelona has remained a high-scoring team while Getafe is well-known for its rigid formations at the back, which is why the Catalans start clear favorites in this fixture but had struggled to unlock staunch Getafe defenses in the past.
Getafe
They have had a very poor campaign in this season, they are at the 18 th position in the standing list of La Liga and were not triumphant in the first six league matches. Team has been very weak and blunt in their attacking phase as they managed only 0.5 goals per match, and have failed to fetch new players from previous season. Nonetheless, Getafe has always boasted of a compact and tight-knit defensive line and they know how to do this many times against Barcelona and Real Madrid of La Liga. Before, such teams getafe successfully limited goalscoring chances by employing a numerical and compact formation, which comprises of as many as, or even seven defenders. Despite having Messi Suarez attacking duo Barcaover the years struggled to unlock the stubborn Getafe defense mostly settling for one goal margins or even a draw. This heroic defensive tenet could help them to keep Barcelona at bay but then they are a team that just lacks creativity and punch in the final third.
Head-to-Head Records
Barcelona have been dominant in their head-to-head encounters with Getafe, winning six of their last 10 meetings. Their last clash ended in a comprehensive 4-0 win for Barca. In their last five meetings, Getafe have failed to score a single goal, while Barcelona have been relentless in front of goal.
Player Form and Availability
Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski continues to be a key player, with six goals in his last six appearances. Meanwhile, Raphinha has been equally impressive, contributing goals and assists. Injuries, including the absence of Gavi and ter Stegen, might lead to some squad rotation, but key figures like Pedri and Lamine Yamal are expected to feature.
For Getafe, Borja Mayoral has been their main threat in front of goal, though his side’s lack of creativity and attacking prowess has limited opportunities. Defensively, Getafe will have to rely on goalkeeper David Soria, who has kept three clean sheets in his last 10 matches.
Predicted Lineups
Barcelona (4-2-3-1):
Inaki Pena; Jules Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Inigo Martinez, Alex Balde; Marc Casado, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Ferran Torres; Robert Lewandowski.
Getafe (3-4-1-2):
David Soria; Djene, Omar Alderete, Juan Berrocal; Juan Iglesias, Mauro Arambarri, Luis Milla, Diego Rico; Chrisantus Uche; Borja Mayoral, Bertug Yildirim.
Market Analysis (Odds)
Barcelona will be overwhelming favorites, with bookmakers installing them at 1/4 (1.25) to win the game at home and suggesting that has an 80 percent chance of occurring. Coins are offered at 6.00 (5/1) while a Getafe upset is offered at 11.00 (10/1). At present, Barcelona is priced at Asian Handicap -1.75 at -105, with a good chance of going over owing to their stellar play.
Predictions
Correct Score: Barcelona 3-0 Getafe
I am going to apply the above performances in making of correct score and the 3-0 Barca is at 650 in this instance.
Betting Tip:
Thus, the best bet here is Barcelona to win to nil since Getafe poses no dangers infront of them, and Barcelona has been pretty solid at the back as well. Moreover, the -1.75 Asian Handicap seems to be a good selection with a line under -105.