After another weekend of wonderful La Liga action, round five comes to a close with a mouth-watering clash at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez where Getafe host this year’s surprise package Real Betis (Getafe 6/4, Draw 11/5, Betis 9/5).
In recent times, Getafe have been the darlings of Spanish football, often seen as the little brother of their neighbours Real Madrid. The Azulones have become many people’s second team after a number of plucky performances both home and abroad.
However, they have struggled in recent times and have become relegation candidates due to being forced to sell their best players in order to stay afloat.
This season has been no different and they currently sit in the relegation zone, having only picked up one point so far this term. However, they do have hope as a glance at their squad should be more than enough to convince their fans that they will stay in the top-flight once again.
Their star man is striker Dani Guiza (11/8 to score anytime) who has returned to the club after spells at both Mallorca and Fenerbahce. Once upon a time, Guiza was a regular in the Spain squad and after scoring 27 goals in the 2007-8 season, was one of Europe’s most wanted frontmen. However, he has since struggled due to a number of problems both on and off the pitch and will see his return to Getafe as his chance to prove he still has what it takes.
His performance could depend on the service provided by winger Jaime Gavilan, who is often Luis Garcia Plaza’s side’s main source of inspiration as he has the ability and talent to unlock any defence.
Betis have had a majestic return to La Liga, winning all four of their opening fixtures so far. They have regularly upset the odds against much stronger teams. The Andalucians have done some smart business over the summer and look like they will survive comfortably.
Unfortunately for them, striker Ruben Castro is likely to miss the match but don’t expect them to be short on goals with the likes of Jorge Molina and Roque Santa Cruz (7/4 to score anytime) still available to lead their frontline.
However, much of their success this term has been down to their strong defending and after being sent off earlier this season, rugged centre-half Mario will take it on himself to prove he can be trusted to keep his head. So expect him to be the man to cancel out any threat from Guiza.
This game could be a classic with both teams looking to play open attacking football and it’s almost too tough to call. However, Getafe’s defensive frailties are too much to ignore and although it will be tight, Betis could just sneak it by a single goal (Betis 13/2 to win 1-0).
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