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Getafe vs Barcelona: Prediction and Betting Tips with Odds 4.30
Getafe will play in the 20th round of La Liga at their home Coliseum. Getafe started uncertainly, but will the capital be able to keep their place in the elite championship? What to expect from the match on January 18 against Barcelona? Our experts assessed the teams' chances and prepared the best bets on the game. All the answers are in this betting tip. Our star expert Alexander Mostovoy shared his opinion on the upcoming match
Command Analysis
Getafe
SpainCurrent form
Just three points above the relegation zone, Getafe are fighting to stay in La Liga and face a tough test this Saturday when they face Barcelona at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez. Getafe have not beaten the Catalans in their last eight meetings but are in good form having beaten Las Palmas in the previous round.
It was a second win in three games, allowing coach José Bordalás to praise his players for their resilience amid injuries and a tight schedule. Getafe are now aiming for four wins in a row, something they have not achieved since Bordalás returned to the coaching helm in April 2023.
Disqualifications and injuries
Nyom and Santiago will be unable to take to the field (injuries).
Interesting trends for betting
- Mauro Arambarri has been prolific at the end of games, scoring three goals in his last six La Liga games, two of which have come after the 85th minute.
- Barcelona have problems on the road, which gives Getafe a chance to break their losing streak against the Catalans.
- Barcelona have only won one of their last nine top-flight meetings against Valladolid, highlighting the unpredictability of their matches against teams from the lower half of the table.
Estimated lineup: Soria - Dakonam, Gaston Alvarez, Igonin, Suarez - Arambarri, Machis, Portillo, Aleña - Unal, Mayoral
Barcelona
SpainCurrent form
Having recently won the Spanish Super Cup with a 5-2 win over Real Madrid in the final, Barcelona are looking to continue their winning streak in La Liga. They are currently third and looking to close the gap on the leaders from Madrid. Barca are six points behind Atletico Madrid heading into the weekend and cannot afford to drop points after a run of poor results in the league, where they have won just one of their last seven games.
However, fans' hopes are being boosted by their impressive run against Getafe: Barcelona have not conceded against this opponent in six consecutive matches, which is a record in their confrontation with top-flight teams.
Injuries and disqualifications
Marc-Andre ter Stegen (knee injury), Inigo Martinez (knee injury) and Bernal (knee injury) will miss the match.
Interesting trends for betting
- Barcelona have opened the scoring in four of their last five matches in all competitions.
- Barca have scored two or more goals in six of their last ten La Liga matches.
- Eight of Barcelona last ten La Liga matches have seen more than 2.5 goals scored.
- Robert Lewandowski is in good form, having scored in three consecutive matches, making him a key player in the upcoming clash.
- Barcelona backline has kept a clean sheet in their last three away games.
Probable lineup: Inaki Pena – Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Alejandro Balde – Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, Pedri – Rafinha, Joao Felix, Robert Lewandowski
Trends
Bet Exact score 1:3
The teams finished two of their last eight head-to-head championship matches with this score.
9.55Bet Goals in both halves - no
In 2 of the last 4 matches of the guests this type of bet took place
2.15Bet Corners: Total Under 9.5
This betting option has taken place in 3 of Getafe last 5 matches
1.69Penalty bet - yes
Penalties have been awarded in two of the hosts' last six matches
2.55Tip and bets
The upcoming La Liga match between Getafe and Barcelona is expected to be a tense affair with goalscoring opportunities from both sides. Barcelona are in high spirits after winning the Spanish Super Cup, where they showed impressive attacking power by scoring five goals in the final against Real Madrid. Robert Lewandowski is in great form and is a key figure in the Barcelona attack, which has been scoring consistently in recent matches.
On the other hand, Getafe are looking for points to avoid the relegation zone and have shown an improvement in form, winning two of their last three games. José Bordalás side are showing character, especially at home, and are capable of creating dangerous moments. Often, matches between these teams are accompanied by goals from both sides. Given the attacking potential and motivation of both teams, the likelihood of a goal exchange is high.
Our prediction is both teams to score with odds of 1.95
Bet on the outcome
The La Liga match between Getafe and Barcelona is an interesting encounter. Barcelona, despite recent success in the Spanish Super Cup, will be looking to strengthen their position in the championship. In previous meetings with Getafe, the Catalans have demonstrated their superiority, but winning with a comfortable two-goal difference this time may not be an easy task. Getafe plays organized at home and tries not to lose in the fight against strong opponents. However, given the attacking potential of Barcelona, as well as the form of key players such as Robert Lewandowski, it can be assumed that the visitors will dominate and manage to win confidently.
Prediction: Barcelona win by two goals with odds of 4.30
Bet on statistics
The match between Getafe and Barcelona promises to be action-packed in both teams' penalty areas. Barcelona, traditionally having a high percentage of possession, will create many attacking situations. At the same time, Getafe will try to respond with quick counter-attacks, which may also lead to an increase in set pieces. In recent matches involving Barcelona, a large number of fouls have often been recorded, especially by opponents trying to stop the Catalans' attacking actions. Given the playing styles of both teams, it is expected that the total number of fouls in the match will be high.
Betting Tip - total fouls over 24.5 at odds of 1.85
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