Burgos vs Getafe prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 18, 2025
One of the ties in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 will take place on Thursday at the El Plantío Stadium in Burgos, where the local side Burgos are set to host Getafe. Here’s a pick for the outcome in this clash with solid chances for success.
Match preview
The hosts enter this contest hoping to spring another cup upset, something they’ve already managed in the Copa del Rey. Their victory over Almería (2-1) somewhat made up for a recent run of two matches without scoring. Burgos are rock-solid at home defensively, but their attack remains a weak spot—just two goals in their last five outings.
The team operates in a 4-4-2 formation, focusing on compactness and discipline, but their rough approach (62 fouls and 16 yellow cards in the last five games) could backfire. Burgos’ best chance lies in set pieces, but they’ll need maximum precision against such a reliable defensive opponent.
The visitors from Madrid aren’t in the best form—just one win in their last five matches—but Getafe traditionally excel in cup competitions. They shoot often (61 attempts in five games) and control possession confidently (1,760 passes), though this hasn’t always translated into results. Their main strengths are structure and experience.
Despite defeats to Espanyol and Villarreal, Getafe have maintained a stable playing pattern, especially when it comes to positional defending. Against Burgos, patience and well-timed surges will be the order of the day, where even a single opportunity could prove decisive.
Probable lineups
- Burgos: Cantero, Cordoba, Sierra, Miguel, Martinez, Atienza, Del Cerro, Appin, Morante, Curro, Gonzalez
- Getafe: Soria, Djené, Iglesias, Rico, Duarte, Arambarri, Milla, Muñoz, Martin, Mayoral, San Cristobal
Match facts and head-to-head
- Burgos have scored just two goals in their last five matches.
- Getafe have taken 61 shots in the same span, despite modest results.
- The teams have never met in official competitions before.
Prediction
Home advantage is certainly in Burgos’ favor, but their inconsistent attack and physical style are unlikely to get the better of Getafe’s structured defense. For all the unpredictability the cup brings, the visitors have the depth and experience to secure a narrow victory.
