Albert
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6d
My Prediction
Getafe by 1I know, I know, you might have expected me to start with ‘Well folks’, but how about we change things up a bit? Right, so let's dive straight into dissecting this alluring LaLiga matchup between Leganés and Getafe, shall we?
Taking a peek at the keepers, Getafe fields David Soria, rated 7.33 with 12 quiet saves under his belt. Leganés though, flaunts Marko Dmitrović with a rating of 6.40 and 10 saves. Soria's edge suggests Getafe’s net might be a bit tougher to rattle.
Let's look at the big guns. For Getafe, Diego Rico and Omar Alderete witty on-field tactics reflect in their commendable ratings of 7.35 and 7.20, while Mauro Arambarri has been sharp, pocketing a goal already. Meanwhile, at the Leganés end, Dani Raba's ratings have rocketed to 7.35, with two goals to boast. However, that might not be enough firepower when staring across at Getafe's arsenal.
The history between these two seems to diffuse any bravado, their last encounter ending in a stalemate with one goal apiece. We all love a good grudge match, don't we?
Now, don't go placing your bets yet. Let's not ignore good ol' statistics. Getafe embraces a slightly better regular-season record, coming in at 7-9-9, barely dodging Leganés who stands parched at 5-9-11.
Recently, Getafe's performance has shown a mix of sparkle and rust. Tussles with the likes of Real Betis and Sevilla give us glimpses, but the consistency of Leganés, despite losses, may have people reaching for their rosary beads.
Given the fluctuating form of both teams, the needle of victory just manages to swing towards Getafe, given their edge in player ratings and recent victories. But expect a close contest - this isn't a charity event, after all.
Albert’s Prediction: Getafe by 1