Getafe face a key test at San Mamés this Sunday, October 25th, seeking a reaction in La Liga after a heavy defeat in the Europa Conference League. José Bordalás's side, sitting 15th with 9 points from a record of two wins, three draws, and four losses, take on an Athletic Club team that occupies 13th place in the league's tenth round.
The 2-5 loss to FC Lugano at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez last Thursday exposed defensive frailties. It was the fourth time in their last five outings that Getafe have conceded three or more goals, a trend the coaching staff will aim to address immediately. Their recent league form reads one win, two draws, and two defeats from the last five, a sequence that includes the 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano and a 3-0 loss to Barcelona.
Bordalás could rotate his squad following the European exertions. In their last league match, the 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano, David Soria started in goal behind a back four of Kiko Femenía, Abdel Abqar, Jean Ives Valou, and Davinchi. The midfield quartet featured Andrés García, Djené, Francho Serrano, and Alberto Risco, supporting strikers Borja Mayoral and Iván Azón. Azón scored the early opener against Lugano, while Mayoral netted Getafe's second goal in that match.
Athletic Club arrive after a 1-3 defeat to Levante in their last league fixture, meaning both teams are looking to get back on track. The hosts will rely on players like Unai Simón, Yeray, Aymeric Laporte, and the experienced Yuri in defence. The battle in midfield, where a high intensity is expected, will be key.
With only five goals scored and eleven conceded in nine matches, resulting in a goal difference of -6, Getafe need to find more cutting edge and defensive solidity to climb the table. A trip to San Mamés is always a stern examination. The next fixture after this break is another challenging away trip.
The match is scheduled for 14:00 local time on Sunday at San Mamés Stadium.
