Espanyol vs Getafe: Prediction, H2H and probable lineups — March 21, 2026
On Saturday, March 21, Espanyol will host Getafe in another La Liga clash. Read on for a detailed look at both teams and our match prediction.
Match preview
Espanyol, who started the season in impressive fashion, have collected 37 points, placing them eighth after 28 rounds. Manolo González's side has built their campaign on a rock-solid defense, with goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic enjoying a phenomenal season. However, the Parakeets have stalled in their last ten league outings, failing to secure a single win. Traditionally aggressive at home, they are currently struggling to convert chances: Pere Milla and Kike García have been leaving the pitch goalless lately.
José Bordalás' Getafe side remain true to their identity: they're the most awkward and gritty team in the league. Sitting ninth (35 points), Getafe have looked livelier than their hosts in March, alternating wins and losses. Luis Milla is the brains of the team, ranking among La Liga's top assist providers this season. Getafe are masters at slowing games down and maximizing set pieces, where Mauro Arambarri is a constant threat. The main issue for the visitors, however, is their poor scoring record away from home, where they average less than a goal per match.
Tactically, expect a clash of philosophies: Espanyol's attempts to dominate possession through Edu Expósito will be met by Getafe's relentless pressing and tactical fouling.
Probable lineups
Espanyol: Dmitrovic; El Hilali, Riedel, Cabrera, Romero; Ngonge, Expósito, Lozano, Dolan; Fernandes, K Garcia
Getafe: Soria; Abqar, Duarte, Romero; Femenia, Dakonam, Milla, Arambarri, Iglesias; Vazquez, Satriano
Match facts and head-to-head
- In their last five meetings, Espanyol have won three times, Getafe twice
- Espanyol are winless in 11 matches: seven losses and four draws, conceding in every game
- Getafe have won four of their last six games, keeping three clean sheets
Prediction
Despite Getafe's strong defensive record, I believe they'll struggle to keep a clean sheet against Espanyol. My prediction: total over (1.5) at 1.6
