Getafe CF secured a victory over Celta Vigo in a preseason friendly this Saturday. According to images and a report from Mundo Deportivo, the match ended with a 2-1 scoreline in favor of the Madrid-based side.
The home side's goals came in the second half. Key striker Borja Mayoral opened the scoring. Later, an unnamed academy player extended the lead. Celta managed to pull one back in the closing minutes but couldn't complete a comeback. This result comes as Getafe sits 15th in La Liga, with 3 points from one win and two losses in their first three official games.
How is Getafe preparing for the season?
Preseason friendlies are essential for the manager to fine-tune his system and assess the squad. A win against a top-flight rival like Celta provides a confidence boost. The Getafe squad begins the league campaign having scored one goal and conceded four, highlighting a clear area for defensive improvement. The team aims to sharpen up before their next competitive fixture.
You can check the full squad lineup and status on our squad page.
Which players stood out in the match?
Borja Mayoral confirmed his goalscoring touch, an encouraging sign for a team needing more firepower. The emergence of a scoring youth player is also positive, showing the academy as a valid option. However, the team must cope with several significant absences. Abdel Abqar, Andrés García, Christantus Uche, Juanmi, and Mario Martín are currently sidelined, limiting the manager's choices. Their recovery is a priority to strengthen the squad.
Details on all team injuries are available in our injuries section.
What is the team's next target?
After this friendly, the focus returns to official competition. Getafe trails league leaders Barcelona by nine points, so they need to start accumulating points quickly. The next challenge is a home match against Deportivo La Coruna, scheduled for September 13th. The opponent sits fifth in the table, posing a tough test. A positive result could provide a spark for José Bordalás's team.
The confirmed date and time for the Deportivo La Coruna match is listed in our fixtures calendar.
