Getafe vs Sevilla: A Six-Pointer That Could Define Both Clubs' Seasons
Getafe host Sevilla in a massive LaLiga relegation six-pointer at the Coliseum. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's crunch clash.
Two clubs staring down the barrel of the drop meet at the Coliseum on Sunday lunchtime — and it’s hard to overstate just how much is riding on this one.
The Stakes Are Massive
Sevilla head into this one in genuinely precarious territory. Maxi Almeyda’s side sit just two points above the relegation zone — with Mallorca currently occupying that third-from-bottom spot — and are only three points ahead of Getafe themselves. Lose this, and the picture gets very ugly, very quickly. The next fixture after this? The Seville derby. No pressure, lads.
Getafe Are Flying Right Now
Bordalás has his lot in decent nick, it has to be said. The azulones have picked up eight points from the last twelve available and have won their last two on the spin. Back at the Coliseum now, they’ll be fancying their chances against a Sevilla side that’s clearly rattled.
- Luis Vázquez is the man to watch for Getafe — the Argentine arrived on loan from Anderlecht in January and has already bagged two goals in four games. Looks a smart bit of business.
- Borja Mayoral hasn’t made the squad, so Vázquez is very much the main man up top.
- Mario Martín is a surprise inclusion in the call-up.
Sevilla’s Headaches Keep Mounting
Almeyda is serving the first match of a seven-game touchline ban — so he won’t be anywhere near the dugout. Javi Martínez takes charge on the pitch in his absence, which is a big ask given the circumstances.
On top of that, Juanlu and Joan Jordán are both suspended, which is a proper blow to the midfield and defensive options.
There’s also a yellow card watch situation to keep an eye on — Azpilicueta, Carmona, Nianzou, Suazo and Agoumé are all on five bookings. With the derby looming, Sevilla won’t want any of those lads picking up a suspension here.
Akor Adams Needs to Wake Up
The Sevilla striker was electric after returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, scoring three goals on the bounce. But he’s gone three games without finding the net now, and this is exactly the sort of match where Sevilla desperately need him to rediscover that form. Big game, big player — step up or step aside.
Historical Edge Goes to Sevilla
For all Getafe’s recent momentum, Sevilla’s record at the Coliseum is genuinely impressive. The nervionenses have only lost once in their last ten visits to this ground — a 2-1 defeat back in February 2015 — racking up six wins and two draws in that time. That’s the kind of stat that gives you a bit of confidence, even in a season as chaotic as this one.
Quick Verdict
This is a proper toss-up. Getafe’s home form and momentum versus Sevilla’s historical dominance at this ground and their desperate need for points. Both clubs know a defeat here could be the beginning of the end. Don’t be surprised if it ends level — neither side can really afford to lose.