It's a quick turnaround for Barcelona as they host Getafe at the Johan Cruyff Stadium on Sunday, September 21, just days after their Champions League triumph over Newcastle.
With Real Madrid setting a relentless pace, every La Liga point is crucial. The match will again be played at the 6,000-capacity Johan Cruyff Stadium due to Camp Nou's ongoing renovations.
📈Team Form📉
🔹 🔹 Barcelona — 10 points from four matches, currently second (2nd) in La Liga, record of three wins and one draw.
🔸 Getafe — 9 points from four matches, currently fifth (5th) in La Liga, three wins from four matches, with their only defeat coming away to Valencia.
️ 📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Getafe have only beaten Barcelona four times in their history, but have seen a lot of draws against the Baulgrana, including 2 draws from their last 4 encounters.
🔥 Getafe have never won away against Barcelona.
🔥 Barcelona are undefeated against Getafe in their last 22 home encounters (all competitions).
🔥 Getafe's only loss this season came against Valencia.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🔵🔴Barcelona | La Liga form: W🟢 W🟢 D🟡 W🟢:
Hansi Flick’s side produced a stellar UCL performance midweek, with Marcus Rashford netting a brace. Their focus now shifts to maintaining pressure on league leaders Real Madrid.
Squad rotation is expected, with Pau Cubarsi, Fermín López, and Robert Lewandowski likely to be rested. Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres could start, while Lamine Yamal remains out injured.
🔵🔵Getafe | La Liga form: W🟢 W🟢 L🔴 W🟢:
Carlos Bordalas’ team made a strong start to the season, sitting fifth with nine points. Their recent 2-0 win over Real Oviedo showcased their efficiency.
Adrian Liso (3 goals) and Luis Milla (4 assists) are key threats. Juanmi is a doubt, but the squad is otherwise fit.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🔵🔴Barcelona (possible):
J Garcia; Kounde, E Garcia, Araujo, Martin; De Jong, Pedri; Raphinha, Olmo, Rashford; Torres.
🔵🔵Getafe (possible):
Soria; Dakonam, Abqar, Duarte; Femenia, Martin, Milla, Arambarri, Rico; Mayoral, Liso.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Marcus Rashford — fresh off a UCL brace, his pace and finishing will test Getafe’s defence in the absence of Lamine Yamal.
✨ Luis Milla — creative hub for Getafe with four assists already this season.
✨ Adrian Liso — an in-form striker who could exploit any defensive rotations.
✨ Pedri — the man who controls Barcelona’s midfield.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Barcelona/Home to win = 1.23 ✔️
💵 Getafe/Away to win = 13.66 ✔️
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 2.19 ✔️
💵 Under 4.5 total goals = 1.25 ✔️
Barcelona must avoid a post-UCL slump against a disciplined Getafe side. Will Flick’s rotations pay off, or can Getafe make history?
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