Real Madrid (21-5-6) and Getafe (10-13-9) will face off today at 3:30 p.m. EDT at Coliseum Stadium in Getafe, Spain.
Real Madrid is favored at a -160 price, with the over/under set at 2.5 (+111o / -140u) goals.
Let's get into my Real Madrid vs. Getafe prediction.
Real Madrid vs. Getafe Odds, Prediction
| Real Madrid Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1 +115 | 2.5 110o / -140u | -160 |
| Getafe Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1 -140 | 2.5 110o / -140u | +450 |
Real Madrid vs. Getafe spread: Real Madrid -1 (+115), Getafe +1 (-140)
Real Madrid vs. Getafe over/under: 2.5 (+111o / -140u)
Real Madrid vs. Getafe moneyline: Real Madrid -160, Draw +260, Getafe +450
Real Madrid vs. Getafe best bet:Real Madrid Moneyline
Real Madrid Prediction
Like a fighter that's trying to stay in the fight after getting a handful to the face, Real Madrid looks to make the best of what they have left to play for this season. Their 5-1 loss on aggregate to Arsenal sent ripples through the Merengue world, with legendary manager Carlo Ancelotti now expected to step down by the end of the season, if not sooner.
At the top of their wish list is spoiling El Clasico rivals FC Barcelona's Spanish double bid, with the Catalan team leading La Liga and set to face them in the Copa del Rey final.
Los Blancos currently sit seven points behind the Blaugranas, but they do have a game in hand. A win when they travel to the south of the Spanish capital to face Getafe is key in keeping that hope alive, with just five matchdays remaining in the season.
Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde's last-minute winner against Athletic Club on Sunday was a saving grace for Ancelotti. The head coach will have to find a way to motivate his players for a better performance at the Coliseum Stadium if he doesn't want to end his legendary Real Madrid career in disgrace.
The biggest piece of news for the Italian coach will be the return of French superstar Kylian Mbappe, who had injury fears after limping off against Arsenal and missing the game against Athletic.
Getafe Prediction
Almost a small brother to Real Madrid and Atlético, the smallest La Liga team in the Spanish capital has a lot to play for in the coming weeks. Getafe sit in 12th in the league, but their fate is far from sealed.
Their form has floundered recently, with three defeats in their last four games. While they still have a comfortable nine-point cushion to stave off relegation fears, it's what they could be missing that should be on their mind. Sitting just four points from a European competition berth, now is not the time to take the foot off the gas.
A win against Madrid would go a long way towards achieving that, but they will need to improve their home form. Getafe has won just one of their last seven league home matches.
It's a rare sight for a José Bordalás team. The Spanish head coach has drawn plenty of criticism for his defensive style of play, but his methods yield big results, as seen in their 2-1 win against Atlético in March. With only Christantus Uche out of contention due to a suspension, he should be able to pick a strong starting 11.
Real Madrid vs. Getafe Pick
Don't ever underestimate the heart of a champion, and Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti are certainly that. Barcelona required some last-minute penalty magic to stave off Madrid on Saturday, and Los Blancos will keep that fight alive for as long as they can.
While their eyes will undoubtedly be on the Copa del Rey final this Saturday, they surely will be keen to land a double blow by shrinking the lead to four points.
Madrid's game has been discombobulated and uncreative. Still, while their star power alone won't push them past top European-level competition, it should be enough to carry them over the hump against mid-table opposition.
Real Madrid vs. Getafe Pick: Real Madrid Moneyline
