Barcelona is back in La Liga action on Saturday against Getafe, a team currently fighting against relegation at the Estadio Coliseum.
The Catalan giants have suffered losses in their last two league matches, which has dropped them to third position in the standings. This game marks their return to La Liga following a long break since before Christmas.
Getafe, on the other hand, is riding high on a three-game winning streak, recently overcoming Granada and Pontevedra in the Copa del Rey and La Palmas in La Liga. They are determined to escape relegation this season, having relegated only once since 2004.
Historical Context: Barcelona claimed a 1-0 victory in their earlier encounter this season, but Getafe has not lost at home to the Blaugrana since late 2019. Intriguingly, Barcelona has struggled to find the back of the net in their last three visits to Getafe.
Match Details:
- Date: Saturday, January 18
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Venue: Estadio Coliseum - Getafe, Spain
- Watch on: ESPN Deportes
- Stream: Fubo (free trial available)
- Odds: Getafe +550; Draw +320; Barca -200
Current Form
Getafe currently stands at 15th place with a record of four wins, seven draws, and eight losses after 19 matches, which puts them three points clear of the relegation zone. Their defense is the third-best in La Liga, conceding just 16 goals.
In contrast, Barcelona has been experiencing a slump, with only one win in their last seven league matches. They sit behind Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid by five and six points, respectively.
Team News
- Getafe: Diego Rico and Alvaro Rodriguez are suspended, while Yellu Santiago, Allan Nyom, and Juan Berrocal are doubtful. Djene Dakonam, Borja Mayoral, and Carles Alena are expected to return to the lineup.
- Possible Getafe XI: Soria; Dakonam, Duarte, Alderete, Iglesias; Alena, Milla, Arambarri, Coba; Uche, Mayoral.
- Barcelona: They are missing Marc Bernal, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, and Inigo Martinez. Andreas Christensen might return.
- Possible Barca XI: Pena; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Balde; Casado, Pedri; Yamal, Gavi, Raphinha; Lewandowski.
Prediction
Expect a closely matched game, with Barcelona edging out a win. Final Score Prediction: Getafe 0, Barcelona 1.
