Girona vs. Getafe Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 14 February 2025 - bettingexpert
On 14 February 2025, Girona will host Getafe at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi in a LaLiga matchup slated to kick off at 20:00. Sitting 8th in the standings with 31 points, Girona will look to leverage their home advantage against 14th-placed Getafe, who trail by just four points with 27.
Girona will be eager to bounce back from their recent 3-0 defeat to Athletic Club, aiming for a top-six finish. Meanwhile, Getafe has demonstrated resilience lately, boasting a clean sheet in three of their last five games.
With Cristhian Stuani leading Girona’s attack and Mauro Arambarri spearheading Getafe, expect a competitive but balanced encounter. Betting tip: A draw is highly recommended due to the evenly matched teams and competitive nature.
Key details to watch include:
- Both teams’ defensive records
- Getafe’s tendency to concede only 0.7 goals per match
- Girona conceding most goals between 31-45 minutes
A tight contest is on the cards, likely ending in a low-scoring draw.
Girona vs Getafe Prediction & Betting Tip
Given the match tips and facts, the recommendation is a draw between Girona and Getafe. Both teams have shown balanced performances recently, and their stats reflect a tight, competitive game likely with few goals.
| Girona vs Getafe Prediction | |
|---|---|
| Betting tip | Odds |
| Draw | 3.20 |
- Defensive resilience: Getafe has kept three clean sheets in their last five matches, indicating a solid backline.
- Even playing field: Girona and Getafe are closely matched, with the home advantage likely being neutralized by Getafe’s away form.
- Balanced outcomes: Past encounters show a pattern of tight contests, making a draw a sensible prediction.
This prediction considers both teams’ forms and defensive strengths, offering good potential for a balanced and low-scoring matchup.
Girona vs Getafe Odds
| Girona vs Getafe Betting Odds | |
|---|---|
| Bet | Odds |
| Girona | 1.96 |
| Draw | 3.20 |
| Getafe | 4.22 |
The odds suggest that Girona are the favourites for this match, with their better league standing and home advantage playing a role. A draw is also seen as a strong possibility, reflecting the closely matched dynamics of the teams.
Getafe, while being underdogs, have shown defensive resilience lately, which could balance the scales. The odds indicate a competitive and tight match, likely resulting in a low-scoring game.
Girona Team Analysis
Girona Recent Performance
| Home team | Away team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Athletic Club | Girona | 3-0 (Loss) |
| Girona | Las Palmas | 2-1 (Win) |
| Girona | Arsenal | 1-2 (Loss) |
| Rayo Vallecano | Girona | 2-1 (Loss) |
| AC Milan | Girona | 1-0 (Loss) |
Recent Form: LWLLL
Girona’s recent form has been quite patchy, with just one win in their last five matches, suffering four defeats in the process. They’ve struggled defensively, failing to keep a clean sheet in any of those games.
On the offensive end, they have managed to score an average of 0.80 goals per game, indicating issues with their attacking efficiency.
Despite these struggles, Girona has shown flashes of promise, such as their win against Las Palmas. If they hope to turn their season around and push for a top-six finish, they’ll need to tighten up at the back and find consistency in their forward play.
Girona Key Players
Girona will heavily rely on their top scorer, Cristhian Stuani, who, despite netting only four goals this season, remains their main goal threat. Miguel Gutierrez, the talented left-back already on Liverpool’s radar, has been instrumental, contributing both offensively and defensively with two goals and five assists. His potential match-up against Getafe’s Juan Iglesias could be a critical duel.
Expectations are high for Bryan Gil, who provides a creative spark, and Viktor Tsygankov, who needs to find his scoring boots.
Expected lineup for Girona:
- Goalkeeper: Paulo Gazzaniga
- Defenders: Alejandro Frances, Donny van de Beek, Ladislav Krejčí, Daley Blind
- Midfielders: Yangel Herrera, Juanpe, Iván Martín Núñez
- Forwards: Viktor Tsygankov, Abel Ruiz, Bryan Gil
Girona Suspensions & Injuries
Girona has a few key players sidelined due to injuries, which might impact their performance against Getafe.
| Player | Injury | Expected return |
|---|---|---|
| Arnaut Danjuma Groeneveld | Muscle injury | Late February 2025 |
| Bojan Miovski | Hamstring injury | Early March 2025 |
| Arnau Martínez | Ankle injury | Doubtful |
The absence of Arnaut Danjuma and Bojan Miovski could limit Girona’s attacking options, while the uncertainty around Arnau Martínez’s return adds a defensive challenge for the team. This could shift more responsibility to players like Cristhian Stuani and Miguel Gutierrez.
Girona Tactics and Formation
Girona Tactical Breakdown:
- Formation: 4-3-3
- Key Forward: Abel Ruiz
- Midfield Trio: Donny van de Beek, Iván Martín, Yangel Herrera
- Defensive Setup: Gazzaniga in goal, with Frances, Krejčí, Blind, and Gutierrez in defense
Miguel Angel Sanchez will likely maintain a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on a balanced approach between attack and defense. The midfield trio of Van de Beek, Martín, and Herrera is tasked with controlling the tempo and providing support to the forwards. Abel Ruiz is expected to spearhead the attack, with the creative talents of Bryan Gil and Viktor Tsygankov on the wings providing width and pace. Despite their recent lack of clean sheets, a solid defensive display will be crucial, especially with Gutierrez’s potential involvement in offensive plays.
Getafe Team Analysis
Getafe Recent Performance
Getafe has had a mixed set of results in their last five matches. With a record of two wins, two draws, and one loss, their recent form showcases their ability to compete against top teams:
- They secured clean sheets in three of these matches, demonstrating defensive solidity.
- They have scored an average of 1.00 goals per game over this period, indicating a balanced focus on both defense and attack.
| Home team | Away team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Deportivo Alaves | Getafe | 0 – 1 (Win) |
| Atletico Madrid | Getafe | 5 – 0 (Loss) |
| Getafe | Sevilla | 0 – 0 (Draw) |
| Real Sociedad | Getafe | 0 – 3 (Win) |
| Getafe | Barcelona | 1 – 1 (Draw) |
Key defenders and midfielders have been instrumental in Getafe’s results, with their well-organised backline keeping opponents at bay. Despite the heavy loss to Atletico Madrid, their overall defensive record remains impressive.
Getafe Key Players
In the upcoming LaLiga match against Girona, Getafe’s key players will undoubtedly have a crucial role to play.
Mauro Arambarri: As the top scorer with six goals, Arambarri will be vital in midfield, linking play and driving forward.
David Soria: His shot-stopping abilities will be essential in maintaining Getafe’s strong defensive record.
Defensive Line: With Djené Dakonam and Domingos Duarte providing solidity at the back, they will aim to neutralize Girona’s attacking trio.
Expected lineup for Getafe:
- Goalkeeper: David Soria
- Defenders: Juan Iglesias, Domingos Duarte, Djené Dakonam, Omar Alderete, Diego Rico
- Midfielders: Ramón Terrats, Mauro Arambarri, Chrisantus Uche, Juan Bernat
- Forward: Juanmi Jimenez
The midfield battle between Arambarri and Girona’s Iván Martín could be a defining factor, with key individual battles likely influencing the outcome.
Getafe Suspensions & Injuries
Getafe have a relatively clean bill of health heading into their match against Girona, with only one notable injury concern.
| Player | Injury | Expected return |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Milla | Physical discomfort | Doubtful |
Luis Milla’s potential absence due to physical discomfort could affect Getafe’s midfield depth and composure. His experience and ability to control the tempo will be sorely missed if he fails to make the squad.
Fortunately, Getafe have no suspensions to deal with.
| Player | Suspension | Expected return |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | — |
Without any suspensions, the team can maintain stability in their lineup, which is crucial given the competitive nature of this LaLiga fixture.
Getafe Tactics and Formation
Getafe’s Tactical Breakdown:
- Formation: 5-4-1
- Key Forward: Juanmi Jiménez
- Midfield Quartet: Ramón Terrats, Chrisantus Uche, Mauro Arambarri, Juan Bernat
- Defensive Strength: Three clean sheets in the last five games
- Notable Strategy: Scoring heavily in the 61-75 and 76-90-minute intervals
Getafe tend to adopt a solid defensive structure with five at the back, prioritizing stability. With David Soria between the posts and a reliable backline featuring Juan Iglesias, Domingos Duarte, Djené Dakonam, Omar Alderete, and Diego Rico, Getafe will aim to keep things tight at the back.
The midfield quartet provides both defensive cover and creative sparks, with Mauro Arambarri being pivotal in transitioning play. Up front, Juanmi Jiménez is expected to spearhead the attack, capitalizing on counter-attacks, particularly in the latter stages of the game, where Getafe have been most potent.
Girona vs Getafe Head-to-Head Statistics
| Home | Away | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Getafe | Girona | 0-1 |
| Getafe | Girona | 1-0 |
| Girona | Getafe | 3-0 |
| Getafe | Girona | 3-2 |
| Girona | Getafe | 3-1 |
In the past five meetings between Girona and Getafe, Girona has had the upper hand with three wins compared to Getafe’s two victories.
Notably, Girona’s most recent match against Getafe in November 2024 ended in a narrow 1-0 win for the visitors.
Odds accurate as of 12 February 2025, 20:01, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.
