Match Overview
In this upcoming La Liga match, Getafe will face off against Sevilla at the Estadio Coliseum. The match is scheduled for March 30, 2024, and is part of the regular season. According to the odds, Getafe is the slight favorite with a winning probability of 2.60, while Sevilla has odds of 3.01 for an away victory.
Historical Face-Off
Getafe and Sevilla have a history of competitive encounters on the football pitch. In their most recent clash in the Copa del Rey earlier this year, Sevilla emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline. However, when it comes to league matches, Getafe has had the upper hand in recent years. In their last league encounter in December 2023, Getafe secured a convincing 3-0 win over Sevilla.
Looking further back into their head-to-head matchups, we can see that both teams have had success against each other over time. However, it is worth noting that goals tend to be scarce in these fixtures. Only twice in their last eight meetings have we seen three or more goals scored.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Getafe has been inconsistent in their recent performances across various competitions. In their last six matches overall, they have won two games and lost two games while drawing twice as well. This inconsistency is reflected in their goal scoring record as well since they have scored eight goals but also conceded eleven during this period.
In terms of their current position in La Liga standings, Getafe currently sits at tenth place with 38 points from 29 matches played so far this season. Their goal difference stands at -5 which suggests that they need to improve defensively if they want to climb higher up the table.
In their most recent match against Girona, Getafe secured a narrow 1-0 victory. Yellu Santiago scored the only goal of the match in the 34th minute, helping his team secure all three points.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Sevilla has also experienced mixed results in their recent outings. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won two games, lost two games, and drawn twice as well. Their goal scoring record is slightly better than Getafe’s during this period, with seven goals scored and seven conceded.
In terms of their current league position, Sevilla finds themselves at a lower standing compared to Getafe. They are currently sitting at 16th place with 28 points from 29 matches played. Their goal difference stands at -8 which indicates that defensive solidity is an area that needs improvement.
In their most recent match against Celta Vigo, Sevilla suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat. Despite an early goal from Youssef En-Nesyri in the 18th minute, they were unable to hold onto their lead and ultimately succumbed to defeat.
Key Players Spotlight
For Getafe, one standout player has been Borja Mayoral Moya. The attacker has been in fine form this season, scoring a total of 17 goals in 31 appearances across all competitions. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial for Getafe’s chances in this match.
On the other hand, Sevilla will rely on Youssef En-Nesyri to provide them with goalscoring opportunities. The Moroccan forward has netted 14 goals in 32 appearances so far this season and will look to add to his tally against Getafe.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics from both teams’ performances suggests that there might not be many goals in this match. Getafe has scored an average of 1.33 goals per game in their last six matches, while Sevilla has averaged 1.17 goals per game during the same period.
Defensively, Getafe has conceded an average of 1.83 goals per game in their last six matches, slightly worse than Sevilla’s average of 1 goal conceded per game.
Match Prediction: Getafe 1 – 0 Sevilla
Based on the analysis of both teams’ recent form and performances, it is predicted that Getafe will come out on top with a narrow victory over Sevilla. Given Getafe’s stronger position in the league table and their recent success against Sevilla in league encounters, they have a slight advantage heading into this match. Expect a tightly contested affair with minimal goals but ultimately a win for the home team.
