Barcelona vs Getafe Prediction & Betting Tips - LaLiga

Prediction published on 24/02/2024, 01:34  by Sridhar in LaLiga Predictions

Barcelona will look to climb temporarily to 2nd in La Liga, although Getafe have been a tricky opponent for them in recent times. This match will be played at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Saturday. Ahead of this round, the hosts are 3rd with 54 points, while the visitors are 10th with 34 points. The Catalans are two points behind Girona, who play later in the weekend, which gives them a golden chance to climb up the ladder. They are coming off a 1-1 draw against Napoli in the Champions League, which was a frustrating result as they failed to make their lead count for more points. In fact, they have conceded in four games in a row, and their backline is looking as vulnerable as ever. Even at this venue, Barcelona have conceded 14 goals across their last five league games, posing questions over their ability to keep a clean sheet here.

Getafe start this round six points behind the top-six sides and still has an outside chance of qualifying for Europe. They come here on the back of some decent form in recent games, winning and drawing two games each across their last five matches. The only loss in this sequence is a 2-0 reverse against Real Madrid, although they have shown good prowess in the past against Barcelona. They could still pitch their way for a draw here, as seven of Getafe's last ten away league games have ended in stalemates. This sequence has seen them win just once, but even a point here could be precious coming against a top-three team.