Overview
Barcelona have shown why they are considered a strong candidate for the Champions League title, with a brave performance at St James' Park to beat Newcastle. The match was also particularly memorable for Marcus Rashford, when the English striker scored a double for his new club.
However, Hansi Flick's team quickly had to focus back on La Liga, where they were not allowed to stumble even in the early stages of the season. Remember, Real Madrid are winning all 5 rounds.
Barcelona currently has 10 points, with 3 wins and 1 draw after 4 rounds, notably the 6-0 destruction of Valencia last weekend.
Because Camp Nou is still under renovation, the Catalan team continues to have to play at Johan Cruyff Stadium - a stadium with only a capacity of 6,000 seats. However, this is their ideal stronghold in recent matches.
Ahead of Barcelona are 5 intense matches ahead of FIFA Days in October. They have met Getafe, Real Oviedo, Real Sociedad and Sevilla in La Liga, alternating with a reception for PSG in the Champions League.
Getafe will certainly have a physical advantage in this match, as their last appearance came on September 13, with a 2-0 victory over Real Oviedo at home.
Coach Jose Bordalas' team has had an impressive start to the season with 3 wins after 4 rounds. Their only loss was against Valencia right before the September international break.
With 9 points in hand, Getafe is temporarily ranked 4th on the rankings (before round 5). Compared to 13th place last season, the capital team has the opportunity to improve its performance in the 2025-2026 season, especially when looking at the current squad quality.
However, the head-to-head record is not theirs. The "Deep Blue Ones" have only beaten Barcelona 4 times in history, the most recent time being a home win in October 2020.
Notably, Getafe have never beaten Barca away. However, this match at Johan Cruyff could bring some hope to Bordalas and his team.
Personnel situation
Lamine Yamal continues to be absent from Barcelona due to injury in the midweek match in the Champions League. And the Spaniard will also not be able to return in time for the match against Getafe.
Hansi Flick has been very cautious about using young stars, while Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Alejandro Balde and Gavi are still in the treatment room. Pau Cubarsi had some knee problems in the win over Newcastle but was still fit enough to play. However, he will likely be given a break in the match against Getafe.
Fermin Lopez and Robert Lewandowski could have to sit on the bench, giving way to Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres starting. Marcus Rashford, with a double in the Champions League, is almost certain to continue to be in the starting lineup.
On Getafe's side, Juanmi is still uncertain to play due to a knee injury, but overall the away team is maintaining very good form.
Adrian Liso is a prominent face with 3 goals since the beginning of the season and will join Borja Mayoral in attack. Luis Milla has also made a strong impression with 4 assists after 4 matches, and he will continue to be in midfield alongside Mario Martin.
Expected lineup:
Barcelona: J. Garcia, Kounde, E. Garcia, Araujo, Martin, De Jong, Pedri, Raphinha, Olmo, Rashford, Torres.
Getafe: Soria, Dakonam, Abqar, Duarte, femenia, Martin, Milla, Arambarri, Rico, Mayoral, Liso.
The match between Barcelona and Getafe takes place at 2:00 am on September 22 (Vietnam time).
