Sunday’s football game at Coliseum Alfonso Perez features Getafe and Barcelona, two teams with contrasting ambitions for the upcoming La Liga season. Getafe is determined to secure another season in the top flight, while Barcelona’s main objective is to defend their title. Getafe will heavily rely on their solid defense in the season opener, but stopping Robert Lewandowski and his teammates from scoring won’t be an easy task. Unfortunately, Mauro Arambarri and Enes Unal are sidelined due to injuries, and there are doubts about Luis Milla’s availability.
On the other hand, as reigning champions, Barcelona aims to start their title defense strongly. With key players available for the clash against Getafe, under Xavi’s leadership, we are inclined to bet on the away side. It is likely that new signing Ilkay Gundogan will make his La Liga debut against Jose Bordalas’ team; however, Ferran Torres will miss out due to suspension.
Getafe CF vs FC Barcelona Match Details:
La Liga | Gameweek 1
Aug 13, 2023 at 8.30PM UK
Coliseum Alfonso Perez
Getafe CF vs FC Barcelona Head to Head:
In the past 40 games played against, Barcelona has 28 wins, 8 draws and 4 losses
Latest 6 matches:
2023-04-16 Getafe 0:0 Barcelona
2023-01-23 Barcelona 1:0 Getafe
2022-05-16 Getafe 0:0 Barcelona
2021-08-29 Barcelona 2:1 Getafe
2021-04-23 Barcelona 5:2 Getafe
2020-10-18 Getafe 1:0 Barcelona
Getafe CF vs FC Barcelona Match Preview:
Getafe will be missing Mauro Arambarri until the latter stages of the month due to an ankle injury, while Luis Milla and Enes Unal are also on the sidelines for the home side.
Alderete and Portu could make their official debuts for the club this weekend, having been on loan last season, while the likes of Carmona and Lozano are also pushing to be involved from the first whistle.
There should be a familiar look to the Getafe XI on Sunday, though, with Juanmi Latasa set to get the nod in the final third of the field alongside Portu and Jaime Mata.
Despite recent injury concerns, Barcelona is likely to have key defenders Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen available for the upcoming match.
However, Inigo Martinez is still struggling with a foot problem and is expected to be absent this weekend.
In the away team’s lineup, Gundogan is expected to occupy the central midfield position, while Gavi may play in a more advanced role on the opposite side to Raphinha. It should be noted that Dembele is on the verge of joining PSG.
Robert Lewandowski will once again be under pressure to provide the goals this season, considering his remarkable tally of 33 goals in all competitions during the 2022-23 campaign.
Getafe CF odds: 5.7
Draw odds: 2.78
FC Barcelona odds: 0.49
Getafe CF vs FC Barcelona Betting Tips:
- Barcelona is favored to win the match.
- There is a high likelihood of the game having over 2.5 goals.
- Barcelona is expected to score the first goal.
- Ansu Fati is predicted to score during the match.
Getafe CF vs FC Barcelona Match Predcition:
Barcelona possesses an outstanding squad and has demonstrated notable progress under the leadership of Xavi. Players like Pedri and Ansu Fati have flourished within the club and will aim to leave their imprint in the upcoming match.
Getafe has the potential to pose a challenge on their home turf and has previously caused difficulties for Barcelona. However, considering the superior quality of Barcelona on paper, they are expected to emerge victorious in this game.
Prediction: FC Barcelona To Win!