In LaLiga’s second round, Getafe beat Racing 1-0 at the Coliseum, with Enes Ünal scoring the lone goal in the 81st minute. The match was played in a warm climate, with a temperature of 32.2 °C and partially cloudy skies. Getafe, playing a 3-5-2 formation, displayed a well-organized defense, accumulating 23 clearances and 13 tackles. Racing, with a 4-2-3-1 setup, dominated possession in the second half, reaching 60 % control and generating 6 corner kicks in the entire match, though they only produced 6 shots. The total number of completed passes by Getafe was 247. The score remained unchanged until the 81st minute, when Ünal received the ball and scored the decisive goal. Prior to the goal, Racing attempted a penalty at the 77th minute, but Andrés’s shot was diverted by Getafe’s goalkeeper. In the same minute, the home side introduced Mayoral after the injury of Manu, the Racing player who was injured during the course of the match, forcing a pause in play. Regarding substitutions, Getafe changed Risco and Abqar to alter the course of the game, and later brought Mayoral onto the field. Racing, on the other hand, substituted Villalibre for Gueye and the entry of Mangala for the foul by Ramón. The match was also affected by Pedro Felipe’s absence in Racing, who was dealing with a thigh issue, and the lack of Kiko Femenía, Mario Martín, Juanmi, and C. Uche in Getafe’s squad. In terms of recent history, Getafe and Racing have recorded two draws and one win each; their last encounter ended 1-1 in the top flight. The Coliseum witnessed Getafe’s triumph over Racing, securing all three points in this crucial league fixture. The victory was sealed with a 1-0 scoreline, giving them the maximum points in this league match.
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Enes Ünal gives Getafe 1-0 win over Racing
In LaLiga’s second round, Getafe beat Racing 1-0 at the Coliseum, with Enes Ünal scoring the lone goal in the 81st minute. The home side displayed solid defense, with 23 clearances and 13 tackles, while Racing controlled possession in the second half, reaching 60%.
