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LaLiga: Getafe vs Athletic Club
Kickoff Time: 2025-05-16 03:30 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Isabel Infantes
Getafe lost 0-3 to Valencia away in their last match, suffering five consecutive league defeats. Although Getafe currently has a certain advantage over the relegation zone, the team still needs to secure their safety before they can celebrate. Getafe mainly plays a 442 formation, with “focusing on defense” being their main tactical strategy, aiming to limit the opponent’s attack through tight defense and then seek counterattack opportunities. Moreover, fierce interception is another common way for Getafe to restrict the opponent’s offense, and they even cut off the game by committing fouls. Therefore, many skilled teams often find it difficult to deal with Getafe. In terms of offense, Getafe mainly relies on long passes to attack the space behind opponents. Due to the simplicity of their tactics, their offensive efficiency is not high.
Athletic Club defeated Alaves 1-0 at home in the last match. In their last five matches, the team achieved two wins, one draw, and two losses, showing very fluctuating performance. Currently, Athletic Club ranks fourth in La Liga standings and still needs to score points to secure their spot in the Champions League. Athletic Club mainly plays a 4231 formation, with a defensive counterattack as their main tactic. Athletic Club excels in creating scoring opportunities through quick counterattacks and set-piece plays, while the speed and individual ability of their wingers are major advantages in their offensive line. However, away games are a significant weakness for Athletic Club. In their last 10 away matches, the team only won one game, drew five, and lost four, which has limited their progress in various competitions.
In terms of strength, reputation, and overall performance, Athletic Club outclasses Getafe. However, in the head-to-head record between the two teams, Athletic Club does not have a significant advantage. In their last 10 encounters, there were as many as seven draws, indicating that the two teams are evenly matched in their performance history. Considering Athletic Club’s mediocre away performance, Getafe, with home advantage, has a chance to earn points in this match.
Getafe’ Last 5 Games: LLLLL
25-05-12 Valencia 3-0 Getafe
25-05-03 Rayo Vallecano 1-0 Getafe
25-04-24 Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid
25-04-21 Espanyol 1-0 Getafe
25-04-13 Getafe 1-3 Las Palmas
Athletic Club’s Last 5 Games: WLDLW
25-05-12 Athletic Club 1-0 Deportivo Alaves
25-05-09 Manchester United 4-1 Athletic Club
25-05-05 Real Sociedad 0-0 Athletic Club
25-05-02 Athletic Club 0-3 Manchester United
25-04-24 Athletic Club 1-0 Las Palmas
Head To Head Record:
24-08-16 Athletic Club 1-1 Getafe
24-05-04 Getafe 0-2 Athletic Club
23-09-28 Athletic Club 2-2 Getafe
23-04-01 Athletic Club 0-0 Getafe
22-10-19 Getafe 2-2 Athletic Club
Prediction: Getafe to win or Draw