As Getafe prepares to host Real Madrid this evening at 21:00, the stakes are high for both teams in this Madrid derby. Despite a rocky start to the season, the home side aims to extend their unbeaten run at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez and challenge the league leaders. Currently sitting in 11th place, a victory could propel Los Azulones closer to European qualification.
Getafe’s season has been marked by inconsistency, with three losses in La Liga so far, all occurring away from home. Under the guidance of coach José Bordalás, the team has found refuge in their home ground, where they have yet to taste defeat. They secured a narrow 2-1 victory against Real Oviedo and held Deportivo Alavés and Levante to draws, both ending in 1-1. However, facing off against Real Madrid poses a significant challenge; historically, the capital club has been a formidable opponent for Getafe. The fortress of Coliseum Alfonso Pérez has seen its fair share of surprises, leaving fans hopeful for an upset against their local rivals.
A Legacy of Resilience
Founded in 1983, Getafe Club de Fútbol has undergone remarkable transformations over the decades. The club’s origins trace back to a supporters’ association established in 1974 by Antonio de Miguel and his friends, who later rescued Getafe Deportivo from financial troubles. The club officially adopted its current name in 1988 and made its La Liga debut during the 2004-2005 season. Since then, Getafe has quickly adapted to top-flight football, reaching the Copa del Rey finals consecutively in 2007 and 2008 and making a memorable run to the UEFA Cup quarter-finals in 2008.
In recent years, they narrowly missed out on Champions League qualification during the 2018-2019 season, finishing fifth after a fierce battle with Valencia. The team’s evolution reflects their determination and resilience within Spanish football.
Player Spotlight: Borja Mayoral
One player to watch is Borja Mayoral, a product of Real Madrid’s famed youth academy, La Cantera. Hailing from Parla, Mayoral progressed through the ranks but struggled to secure a permanent spot with Los Blancos due to intense competition at the forward position, dominated by Karim Benzema during his tenure. After spells on loan at Wolfsburg, Levante, and AS Roma—where he won the UEFA Champions League under Zinedine Zidane—Mayoral now dons the number nine jersey for Getafe. Despite his history with Real Madrid, he is expected to rise to the occasion when facing his former club.
For Real Madrid, this match represents an opportunity to bounce back after suffering a heavy defeat against Atlético Madrid (2-5) at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. The team must remain vigilant against a resilient Getafe side that thrives on home soil.
The derby promises excitement as both teams vie for crucial points in their respective campaigns. Will Getafe’s fortress withstand the might of Real Madrid? Fans will find out tonight.
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