Sevilla — Getafe : Match Preview and Prediction for August 25,2025

Sevilla’s Decline and Relegation Scare

Just a few years ago, Sevilla was considered one of La Liga’s most attractive teams, consistently challenging for medals and a spot in the Champions League. However, the hosts are currently navigating a challenging period of restructuring. Last season, Sevilla narrowly avoided relegation, accumulating only 41 points from 38 matches to finish 17th in the Spanish championship standings, just one point clear of the drop zone. Only Leganes, Las Palmas, and Valladolid performed worse than the Andalusian side in the 2024/2025 season. Few would have predicted Sevilla to be in such company just a couple of years ago.

First Matchday Woes and Defensive Concerns

During the offseason, Sevilla failed to secure significant reinforcements capable of instantly turning their fortunes around. The ‘Nervionenses’ started the new campaign with a disappointing away loss to Athletic Bilbao, falling 3-2. Interestingly, despite dominating possession and registering twice as many shots on target against the Basque side, Sevilla’s defense allowed their opponents an xG of 2.89. This raises considerable concerns about Sevilla’s defensive stability.

Home Advantage Doubtful Against Getafe

In the second round, Sevilla is set to host Getafe. Bookmakers have pegged the ‘Nervionenses’ as favorites, but justifying this status will be, to say the least, challenging. Last season, their home stadium offered little advantage, with Sevilla securing only 6 victories in 19 home encounters. Getafe poses a stylistically challenging opponent for Sevilla, suggesting that the hosts are likely to face significant difficulties once again.

Getafe’s Consistent Mid-Table Presence

While Getafe might not be considered a strong contender for European qualification, ‘Los Azulones’ are undoubtedly a robust mid-table side that should never be underestimated. Last season, Getafe finished just one point ahead of Sevilla, though they arguably dropped many points towards the end of the campaign once their La Liga survival was secured.

Defensive Prowess: Getafe’s Key Strength

Getafe’s primary strength undoubtedly lies in its defense. Last season, ‘Los Azulones’ conceded only 39 goals in 38 matches, a tally bettered only by Real Madrid (38), Atletico Madrid (30), and Athletic Bilbao (29). This defensive solidity is a hallmark of their play.

Strong Start to the Season and Tactical Approach

In the opening match of the new Spanish championship season, Getafe secured an impressive 2-0 away victory against Celta Vigo. ‘Los Azulones’ won the match against ‘Os Celestes’ in their characteristic style: they controlled possession for only 31% of the time but managed 10 shots and generated an xG of 1.43, scoring twice in the second half. This pragmatic and effective football could certainly earn them points in Seville.