Match Overview

The 5th round fixture between Barcelona and Getafe is set to take place on September 21 at Johan Cruyff Stadium. This preview will cover the forecast, betting odds, and key statistics for the Barcelona vs Getafe encounter.

Barcelona Team Analysis

Barcelona’s Recent Form

Under Hansi Flick’s guidance, Barcelona demonstrated some tactical experimentation with their attacking lineup in the previous round, allowing key players some rest. Despite this, the Catalan giants effortlessly dispatched Valencia with a resounding 6-0 victory. Prior to that dominant home performance, the team had been playing away, securing wins against Mallorca (3-0) and Levante (3-2), and drawing 1-1 with Rayo Vallecano. Currently sitting second in the league, Barcelona boasts the most potent attack in the championship, having netted 13 goals.

Barcelona Key Statistics

• The club has secured victories in 19 of its last 22 matches.
• At least three goals have been scored in 7 of Barcelona’s last 9 league fixtures.
• The Catalans have scored two or more goals in 8 of their last 9 Primera División encounters.

Expected Barcelona Lineup (4-3-3)*

Joan Garcia – Gerard Martin, Jules Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Eric Garcia – Marc Casado, Pedri, Rooney Bardagji – Ferran Torres, Fermin Lopez, Marcus Rashford.

Barcelona Team News

Goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, defender Alex Balde, and midfielder Gavi are all sidelined due to injuries.

Getafe Team Analysis

Getafe’s Strong Start to the Season

The club from the Madrid suburbs has enjoyed an excellent start to the new season, accumulating 9 points after 4 rounds and currently occupying an impressive 5th position in the league table. So far, only Valencia has managed to defeat Getafe (3-0). In their other matches, José Bordalás’s side secured victories against Sevilla (2-1), Celta (2-0), and Oviedo (2-0). It’s also worth noting an interesting fact: the team has not drawn a single league match in their last 20 consecutive outings (9 wins and 11 losses).

Getafe Key Statistics

• Exactly two or three goals were scored in 8 of the club’s previous Primera División matches.
• At least one team failed to score in 8 of Getafe’s last 11 games.
• The club’s uncompromising away record in the league stands at 17 matches (9 wins and 8 losses).

Expected Getafe Lineup (5-3-2)*

David Soria – Diego Rico, Djené, Kiko Femenia, Abdel Abqar, Domingos Duarte – Mauro Arambarri, Luis Milla, Mario Martín – Adrián Liso, Borja Mayoral.

Expert Match Prediction: Barcelona vs Getafe

Main Betting Insight

Historically, the Catalans rarely encounter significant challenges when facing Getafe. In their last seven head-to-head matches at home, Barcelona emerged victorious, and considering their current stellar form, this winning streak is likely to continue. However, for this particular fixture, I lean towards a bet on high goal-scoring potential. Barcelona alone possesses the capability to exceed a total of 3 goals; their average goal per game in the current championship stands at an impressive 3.3.

Getafe’s Potential to Surprise

Getafe, however, is a team capable of delivering surprises and could potentially trouble the hosts. This calendar year, the club has shown a mixed bag of results on the road in the league, alternating between winning and losing streaks. Notably, when they manage to score away from home, they often do so at least twice. Therefore, Barcelona should remain vigilant, as they are susceptible to conceding against this opponent. It’s also worth noting that at least three goals have been scored in 7 of the Catalans’ last 9 home games in .

Final Betting Tip

My prediction for this match is Total Goals Over 2.5 with odds of 1.60

Squad Notes

* The starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.