Getafe vs Barcelona Prediction and Preview – 31/10/15
Spanish La Liga preview – Getafe vs Barcelona prediction
For Getafe, Carlos Vigaray is missing due to suspension after picking up two yellow cards in the last game. Alvaro Vazquez is still out for the hosts which could mean a start for Stefan Scepovic leading the attack. Angel Lafita is back to fitness but Fran Escriba may resist from wholesome changes.
For Barcelona, Javier Mascherano sits out through suspension after picking a straight red card in the last game. Sergi Roberto is also struggling for fitness. The poor form of Jeremy Mathieu could mean a start for Thomas Vermaelen at the heart of back four.
Possible Line-ups
Getafe: 4-2-3-1 formation: Guaita; Lago, Alexis, Vergini, Suarez; Lacen, J. Rodriguez; Sarabia, V. Rodriguez, Leon; Scepovic
Barcelona: 4-3-3 formation: Bravo; Alba, Pique, Vermaelen, Alves; Rakitic, Busquets, Iniesta; Neymar, Suarez, Munir
Statistics
- Getafe have won their last 3 home matches in La Liga
- Getafe have kept a clean sheet in their last 3 home matches in La Liga
- Barcelona have won 25 of their last 30 matches in La Liga
- Barcelona have scored at least 2 goals in 8 of their last 9 matches against Getafe in all competitions
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Barcelona’s last 7 games in La Liga
- Barcelona are undefeated in their last 9 matches against Getafe in all competitions
Prediction
Getafe has been a picture of inconsistency, especially in the recent past. The 4-0 thrashing of Las Palmas was followed by an equally heavy 5-0 defeat in the hands of Sevilla last weekend. Sadly for the home side, there is no guarantee which Getafe will start the game.
Barcelona without Lionel Messi is giving enough chances for the opponents to pick up points. But, Luis Enrique will be heartened by the gritty display of his team – the midweek draw against Villanovense notwithstanding. But, the visitors have enough firepower to put it past Getafe.
Getafe may put a spirited fight but Barcelona could should hold on for a victory.
Tips
Both sides to score at 5/6 – Click here to bet with Bet365
Under 2.5 goals at 6/4 – Click here to bet with Bet365
Barcelona to win by 2 goal margin at 3/1 – Click here to bet with Bet365
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