Getafe vs Espanyol Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Both teams are fighting to stay in the top flight.

The Spanish top flight will return to Madrid as Getafe welcome Espanyol in a somewhat bottom-of-the-table clash. The hosts have not had a great season having remained winless in 13 of their 15 league games this season. They have been highly inconsistent this season and come into this game on the back of a hard-fought win over Orihuela in the Copa Del Rey. José Bordalás are the joint-lowest scorers in the LaLiga this season having scored only 10 goals in 15 games.

Espanyol on the other hand are fighting relegation coming into this fixture. They are occupying one of the three relegation spots, but have a game in hand and can move up to the 14th spot with a win on Tuesday. They played out a 3-1 win over Celta in their last league outing and will be keen to build upon the momentum. The Catalans have leaked 27 goals so far, the joint second-highest in the league.

Kick-off

Tuesday, December 10, 1:30 AM IST

Venue: Coliseum

Form

Getafe (in all competitions): L-W-W-L-L

Espanyol (in all competitions): L-W-L-L-W

Players to watch 

Bertuğ Yildirim (Getafe)

The Turkish international has emerged as an interesting addition to the squad following his move to the club in the summer. At 22, Yildirim is a great future prospect who looks very promising and can go all the way. Known for his versatility, work rate and technical abilities, the target man is a tough opposition to deal with. He has found the back of the net three times across all competitions so far. 

Javi Puado (Espanyol)

Javi Puado will be the man to watch out for Espanyol in this game. He is one of their most in-form players coming into this fixture and will be keen to deliver a match-winning performance. The Spaniard helped Espanyol get promoted to the top flight with his heroic displays in LaLiga 2.

He is filled with immense potential and is known for his offensive prowess. Puado has scored five goals so far, including two goals in the last three games. 

Javi Puado scores ⚽️#GironaEspanyol pic.twitter.com/MAqSZ7NigT

— RCD Espanyol de Barcelona (@RCDEspanyol_EN) November 23, 2024

Match facts

• Getafe have lost all of their last three LaLiga games against Espanyol
• This fixture averages two goals per game
• Getafe have won last four of their home games on a Monday

Getafe vs Espanyol: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Getafe to win – 5/6 by betfair
• Tip 2: Bertug Yildirim to score anytime – 18/5 by UNIBET
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 13/8 by Bet365

Injury & Team News

Carles Alena remains doubtful for Getafe while Espanyol will miss Edu Exposito, Fernando Calero, José Gragera, and Pol Lozano.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 39

Getafe wins – 14

Espanyol wins – 15

Draws – 10

Predicted Line-up 

Getafe (4-4-2):

Soria (GK); Nyom, Duarte, Alderete, Rico; Sola, Arambarri, Milla, Perez; Rodriguez, Yildirim

Espanyol (4-4-2):

Garcia (GK); Olivan, Kumbulla, Gomez, Hilali; Tejero, Aguado, Kral, Carreras; Puado, Veliz

Prediction

Both teams have somewhat had the same kind of season so far. But, we expect Getafe to come out on top in this game.

Prediction: Getafe 2-1 Espanyol

Telecast

India: GXR World 

UK: Premier Sports and ITV

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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