FC Barcelona vs Getafe Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | La Liga

FC Barcelona vs Getafe Preview

• Competition: La Liga
• Date: Sunday, 21 September 2025
• Kick-off Time: 7:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Estadi Johan Cruyff, Spain

Matchday five of the 2025/26 La Liga season will include the defending champions welcoming Getafe at the Estadio Johan Cruyff on Sunday evening. The Blaugrana are in the second spot in the table with 10 points from four games. Getafe, on the other hand, have been the surprise package in Spain this season. The Madrid outfit currently occupies the fifth spot with nine points in the bag. The FC Barcelona vs Getafe should witness the hosts emerge victorious, but it will not be by no means a straightforward task for them

Barcelona has made a commanding start to the new season. In the five games played so far. Hansi Flick's men have recorded four victories and a draw, scoring 15 goals and conceding just four. Barca's most recent encounter ended in a 2-1 win over Newcastle United in the Champions League. Speculations and worries surrounding the fact that the defending Spanish champions might slow down this year have been given a major blow. Outlined by a young and motivated squad, the Catalans look set to replicate the success of the previous season. Raphinha has picked up where he left off last season, being the top scorer for the club with three goals in the league so far.

Getafe will be content with how the recent matches have played out. In the last five matches, the club has managed three victories to go with two defeats. Getafe has finished in the lower half of the table for the past five seasons. However, the start of the current season has promised a picture for the team. Pepe Bordalas' side is notorious for frustrating their opponents and adopting a cautious approach. The strategy has borne fruit so far. Getafe has kept two clean sheets in La Liga, which is the joint highest.

FC Barcelona Team News

Barcelona's young ace, Lamine Yamal, has not featured for the club since the conclusion of the international break. His hip injury is likely to keep him out of action until the start of October. Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gavi, and Alejandro Balde will also not be available against Getafe due to respective injury woes.

Getafe Team News

Getafe will have to deal with the Barcelona threat without the services of Juanmi. The forward is out of action due to personal reasons. Bordalas looks to field a 5-3-2 formation against Barcelona. He will be ready to surrender possession and look to hit the champions on the break whenever possible.

FC Barcelona vs Getafe Predicted Lineups

Here is a detailed look at the FC Barcelona vs Getafe Predicted Lineups:

FC Barcelona Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Garcia

Defenders: Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Martin

Midfielders: De Jong, Pedri, Lopez

Forwards: Raphinha, Ferran, Rashford

Getafe Predicted Lineup (5-3-2):

Goalkeeper: Soria

Defenders: Kiko, Djene, Duarte, Abqar, Rico

Midfielders: Milla, Martin, Arambarri

Forwards: Liso, Mayoral

FC Barcelona vs Getafe H2H Record

Overall, in the last five matches between the two sides, Barcelona has won twice, and three games have ended in draws.

Key Players to Watch in FC Barcelona vs Getafe

Raphinha (FC Barcelona)

Raphinha was undoubtedly the main man for Barcelona last season. He registered 34 goals and 22 assists last season. The Brazilian has unleashed a similar start to the 2025/26 campaign. He scored a brace in the club's last league encounter against Valencia. Raphinha will have to play an even bigger role now with Lamine Yamal absent due to injury. His work rate has perhaps been the most underrated aspect of his profile in the last couple of years.

Pedri (FC Barcelona)

Amongst Barcelona's attacking frenzy, it is important not to forget the contributions of players like Pedri. The former Las Palmas man has managed to stay relatively injury-free under Hansi Flick. There is little doubt over his quality when he is fit. Due to his consistency, Pedri has once again found himself in the debates with the best midfielders in the world. His skills were on display for all to see against Newcastle in the Champions League, where his calmness ultimately helped resist the Magpies' onslaught.

FC Barcelona vs Getafe Prediction

Barcelona will relish the home advantage against Getafe on Sunday. Nevertheless, the visitors will look to provide minimal opportunities to the Blaugrana. A narrow win for the hosts is on the cards.

Here is a detailed look at the FC Barcelona vs Getafe Prediction

Predicted Score: FC Barcelona 2-1 Getafe

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