FC Barcelona – Getafe
Our Barcelona – Getafe prediction: 1st half over 1.5 goals – 2.40 odds
- This bet has paid off in the last three league games
- Barca is strong in offense
- Barca is still undefeated this season
On matchday 7 of the La Liga, leaders FC Barcelona face current bottom-of-the-league Getafe. Barcelona are in top form and currently dominating the league, with a series of wins and impressive performances both offensively and defensively. Coach Hansi Flick has managed to mold the team into a unit that plays with confidence and rarely gives opponents chances.
Getafe, on the other hand, are in crisis. They have had a tough time collecting points in recent games and are currently fighting against relegation. Coach Bordalas is under pressure to quickly turn things around to improve the situation. Getafe will have to give their all in this game to at least take a point and turn the tide.
Barcelona are clearly favorites going into this game, but games against teams from the lower half of the table can always take unexpected turns. For Getafe, a point against the league leaders would be an important step in regaining confidence and getting out of the crisis. You can find out who will come out on top in this clash in our Barcelona v Getafe tip.
Barcelona – Getafe info
- Date & Time: 09/25/2024, 9:00 p.m.
- Venue: Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona
- Competition: La Liga, Matchday 7
- TV broadcast/livestream: DAZN 1
Barcelona Form & Balance Check
FC Barcelona are undefeated after six matchdays with the full 18 points and are in first place in La Liga. The Catalans have won every game so far and impressed in their last game against Villarreal, which they won 5-1. In this game, they showed why they are serious title contenders.
Robert Lewandowski proved his class in the first half by scoring a brace. Villarreal were able to reduce the deficit with a goal from Perez. In the second half, the game became more offensive. Pepe scored to make it 2-2, but the goal was disallowed for offside. Barcelona continued their dominant performance when Pablo Torre scored in the 58th minute to make it 3-1. In the closing minutes, Raphinha scored twice in the 74th and 83rd minutes to make the final score 5-1.
Barca were outstanding in offense, with 17 shots on goal, 10 of which were on target, and 5 of which were successfully converted. The combination of a strong offense and a stable defense shows that Barcelona are considered a serious contender for the championship this season.
Strongest offense in the league
With 22 goals, FC Barcelona has the strongest offense in La Liga and also dominates compared to the top 4 European leagues. No other team has scored as many goals so far this season. Robert Lewandowski leads the league’s scoring chart with six goals and two assists. His teammate Raphinha is close behind, also having a strong season with five goals and two assists.
Barcelona’s offense is currently arguably the key to their success. With a variety of goal-scoring players and a well-oiled attacking dynamic, Barca seem unbeatable. Coach Hansi Flick has managed to fully exploit the team’s potential, and both Lewandowski and Raphinha are central figures in this formidable offensive machine. If Barcelona maintain this form, they will be a force to be reckoned with not only in La Liga but also in Europe.
Barcelona Facts & Analysis
- La Liga leaders
- 22 goals scored in the league so far
- Unbeaten this season
Getafe Form & Record Check
Getafe are currently in something of a mini-crisis, even though they have only lost two of their six games. The rest ended in draws, which gives the impression that the team often just misses out on a win. In many of these games, Getafe were even the more dominant team and were able to control possession for spells. It is particularly noticeable that they have taken at least ten shots on target in each of their last five games, which shows that they are certainly dangerous in attack.
It seems only a matter of time before Getafe breaks their duck and turns these performances into victories. The team just needs to stay patient and trust that their offensive quality will soon be rewarded. A turnaround against a strong opponent like Barcelona could be a huge motivational boost to get out of their current rut and get back on the road to success.
Defensive x Offensive
Getafe is one of the teams that have conceded the fewest goals in the current La Liga season, which indicates solid defending. At the same time, however, they have scored only a few goals, which highlights their biggest problems in offense. Although they have made dominant appearances in many games, they have often failed to convert chances, which has prevented them from converting their superiority into victories.
If Getafe can manage to increase their offensive efficiency, they definitely have the potential to play in the middle of the table. Their defensive stability gives them a solid base, and if the offense gets better, they could become a much more dangerous team. Improving their finishing could be the key to getting out of this mini-crisis and getting back to better results.
Getafe facts & analysis
- 18th place in La Liga
- Still without a league win
- Last game drawn
Barcelona will line up in a 4-3-3 formation as in the last few games, with the focus on offense and the midfielders playing an important role in the ball circulation. Due to numerous injuries, the squad remains almost unchanged, with only Inaki Pena replacing the injured Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who has suffered a torn patella tendon.
Getafe will play with a defensive 5-3-2 formation, relying on a stable defense and fast counterattacks. The back five should stop Barcelona’s attacks early and close the spaces.
Barcelona – Getafe head-to-head & statistics
The head-to-head between the two teams is as follows: In 44 games, Barcelona has won 30 times, while Getafe has recorded just four wins. Ten games ended in a draw. The Catalans dominate this record and are expected to win again in the upcoming game.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
