Madrid Derby on the Horizon: Atlético Visits Getafe
Atlético de Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, is focused on the crucial clash against Getafe, despite the demanding schedule that includes the Champions League and Barcelona. El Cholo prioritizes the match-by-match approach, aware of the importance of each encounter.
The Rojiblancos have a favorable record against Getafe, with 27 games unbeaten and dominance in head-to-head matches. However, Simeone warns that this match will be different from previous ones at the Metropolitano.
The duel also pits two of the best goalkeepers in LaLiga, Oblak and Soria, although the recent memory of the Copa thrashing adds an additional appeal. Antoine Griezmann returns to a ground where he already knows what it’s like to score a ‘hat-trick’, seeking to rediscover his goalscoring form and reach 200 goals with Atlético.
According to tests carried out by El Cholo, Griezmann will form an attacking duo with Julián Alvarez. Despite the risk of missing the match against Barcelona, Alvarez will start. The rest of the eleven will be very similar to that of the big occasions, with Molina and Le Normand entering the team. Getafe, with Bordalás in command, seeks revenge after the 5-0 in the Copa, recognizing the quality of the Rojiblancos squad. Bordalás only has Alderete’s doubt for this match.
