Getafe Faces Real Sociedad in Crucial Clash Amid Player Injuries

Getafe hosts Real Sociedad at the Coliseum, aware that a victory is essential after four consecutive matches without a win. Securing three points would provide some stability in the mid-table, a position that the txuriurdin side is eager to reach as well. Conversely, a loss could deepen the local team’s troubles or exacerbate those of the visitors.

Currently, Getafe faces significant challenges, as they are impacted by numerous injuries, particularly among their central defenders. Abdel Abqar is sidelined due to injury, while Djené and Domingos Duarte are unavailable because of suspensions. This leaves head coach José Bordalás with limited options, forcing him to rely on players like Juan Iglesias or Diego Rico in central defense, or even call up from the youth team with Lucas Laso. Additionally, Mayoral remains out following knee surgery, leaving the Madrid side without a key striker. On a positive note, Mario Martín is set to return, as confirmed by Bordalás in the press conference, which is crucial as the home crowd’s support will be vital during these challenging times.

Real Sociedad arrives at the Coliseum with renewed confidence following a draw in Pellegrino Matarazzo’s debut against Atlético de Madrid, where they came close to securing a win. However, their ongoing struggles with finishing remain a significant concern. The Italian-American coach has seen improvement in Orri Óskarsson, one of the team’s promising players, but he may opt to field the same starting lineup as last weekend due to their solid performance. Key players Igor Zubeldia and Jon Gorrotxategi return from suspension, yet the strong showings of their replacements, Caleta-Car and Turrientes, may keep them on the bench, alongside Óskarsson and Barrenetxea. On the offensive front, Guedes, Brais Méndez, Kubo, and Oyarzabal have all demonstrated effectiveness.

In this anticipated fixture, the matchup between goalkeepers David Soria and Alex Remiro is expected to be crucial. Given the low goal-scoring records of both teams, particularly the hosts, the goalkeepers’ performances—who have previously been instrumental in securing points for their respective sides—could ultimately determine the outcome of the three points at stake.