Getafe vs Real Madrid Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | La Liga

Getafe vs Real Madrid Preview

• Tournament: La Liga
• Date: Wednesday, 23 April, 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 19:30 PM GMT
• Venue: Estadio Coliseum, Getafe

Real Madrid look to maintain the pressure on Barcelona in the 2024/25 La Liga title race when they face Getafe in what could be a tricky away tie at the Estadio Coliseum. The Getafe vs Real Madrid clash takes place on Wednesday, 23 April 2025 at 19:30 PM GMT.

Getafe have struggled with consistency over the last few weeks, as they have won just two of their last five league games. They are in 12th place in the league table with 39 points from 32 games so far, and they have only won four of their 16 home games in the league so far this season.

Pepe Bordalas' side are coming off a dismal loss to Espanyol and need to show more urgency to have any chance of getting a positive result against Real Madrid. They have to maintain a mean, stubborn defensive line to have a chance of survivng the explosive attacks and also need to be clinical in putting away their chances to amplify their possibility of getting a positive result.

Real Madrid are still reeling from their elimination from the UEFA Champions League by Arsenal. Los Blancos have, although, won four of their last five league games and are currently in second position with 66 points from 31 matches.

Carlo Ancelotti's side have won eight of their 16 away league games so far this season, including their last two trips on the road. They will, however, need to be at their sharpest in the attack to have a chance of getting a decisive win over this physical Getafe.

Los Blancos have to be careful and proactive in the game to stop the hosts from troubling them, which includes maintaining a stern defensive line and being prolific in finishing off their moves.

Getafe Team News

Pepe Bordalas will be without his midfielder Christantus Uche for this game. He is suspended after picking up a red card in the previous loss to Espanyol. Defender Allan Nyom is also suffering from an injury issue. He needs to pass a late fitness test to be fit enough for this clash.

Real Madrid Team News

Kylian Mbappe remains a major doubt for Real Madrid. He sustained an ankle injury in the 2-1 loss to Arsenal and will need to fight to be available for this one. Dani Carvajal (knee) and Eder Militao (knee) are both out for the remainder of the season. Andriy Lunin and Ferland Mendy are both likely to miss this because of muscle injuries.

Getafe vs Real Madrid Predicted Lineup

Getafe Predicted Lineup (4-5-1):

Goalkeeper: David Soria

Defenders: Djene, Domingos Duarte, Omar Alderete, Juan Iglesias

MIdfielders: Luis Milla, Juan Bernat, Mauro Arambarri, Ramon Terrats, Coba da Costa

Forward: Juanmi

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois

Defenders: Lucas Vazquez, Raul Asencio, Aurelien Tchouameni, Fran Garcia

Midfielders: Luka Modric, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham

Forwards: Brahim Diaz, Vini Jr, Endrick

Getafe vs Real Madrid Head-to-Head Record

There have been 39 matches to have been played between these two Spanish sides. Out of that, Real Madrid have won 29 games and Getafe have only come out on top on six occasions. In their last five meetings, Real Madrid have won all the five games.

Key Players to Watch in Getafe vs Real Madrid

Mauro Arambarri (Getafe)

Mauro Arambarri has been an efficient player for Getafe in the 2024/25 season, managing a decent 6.56 xG (expected goals) and overperforming that by scoring nine goals. He's a combative, versatile midfielder who can play in a variety of roles in the middle of the park.

The Uruguayan will need to be at his steely best to have a chance of outwitting this Real Madrid side. He needs to be aggressive and decisive with his pressing and challenges to win back the ball in key areas and help his side disrupt the visitors' attacking flow. He'll also look to make smart runs to get at the end of chances and put his impressive finishing skills to good use.

Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid)

The 24-year-old Brazilian remains a major threat for any opposition in La Liga and loves to torment defenders with his unpredictable style. Vinicius Jr has managed a solid 9.94 xG so far this season in La Liga, scoring 11 goals in that period. He is averaging 2.8 shot attempts per game and will look to continue that by being a nightmare for the Getafe defenders.

The winger will look to use his impressive pace and dribbling ability to storm his way into the key attacking areas and open up space for himself. Vinicius will not only look to launch some powerful shots at goal to improve his side goal threat, but also needs to be smart with his final passes to amplify his side's chances of getting a big win.

Getafe vs Real Madrid Prediction

The matches between these two teams have been relatively tight affairs in recent years. With Getafe likely to take up a defensive approach for this and Real Madrid having some issues with their goal-scoring runs, this could end up being a bit of a scrappy affair.

However, Real Madrid's sheer quality of attacking players could help them break the stubborn Getafe backline. It won't be easy, but Ancelotti's side should get the job done to keep their La Liga title charge going on.

Prediction: Getafe 1-2 Real Madrid

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