Tottenham Hotspur vs Getafe 8 August 2026 Prediction

After six years away from European competition, Getafe is preparing for its return to the Conference League. This summer’s friendlies should show how ready the team is for that challenge. A match in London against an unbeaten Tottenham side will provide a demanding test.

Tottenham Shows Progress Under De Zerbi

Roberto De Zerbi, who helped Tottenham avoid a poor finish last season, is now implementing his preferred style based on extended possession, drawing opponents forward, and attacking quickly through central areas. Tottenham’s tour of Oceania produced mixed results. The 2-1 comeback win over Chelsea was encouraging, but matches against weaker opposition were less convincing. Spurs beat Auckland City 2-0 before drawing 1-1 with Sydney and winning the penalty shootout 4-2. De Zerbi praised his team’s response against Chelsea, as Tottenham continued to attack and scored the winner despite playing with 10 men.

Tottenham has made two major midfield signings this summer, spending around €200 million combined on Sandro Tonali from Newcastle and Mateus Fernandes from West Ham. Jan Paul van Hecke joined for €60 million to strengthen the defense, while Andrew Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and goalkeeper Martin Dubravka arrived on free transfers. The club recovered part of its spending through sales, including Luka Vuskovic’s €54 million move to Brighton.

Tottenham still has several unavailable players because of injuries and the summer World Cup. The most significant absence is Xavi Simons, who suffered an ACL injury and is expected to remain out until the end of the year. Mohammed Kudus, Wilson Odobert, Guglielmo Vicario, and young forward Kerim Alajbegovic are also training away from the main group. Dejan Kulusevski has returned after a long absence but is still following an individual program. De Zerbi is also without six internationals, including Pedro Porro and Cristian Romero, who has requested a move to Atletico Madrid.

Getafe Prepares for Europe

Jose Bordalas continues to use Getafe’s familiar physical style, built around aggressive pressing, direct play, and tactical fouls. The team finished seventh in La Liga and is preparing for Conference League qualifying, but its preseason results have been inconsistent. Getafe beat Reading 1-0 and Tenerife 2-1, drew 0-0 with Valladolid, and then lost 4-1 to Atletico Madrid. After the friendly against Monaco was canceled, Bordalas brought the squad to London to work on its defensive structure at Tottenham’s training base.

Getafe has made significant changes to its squad this summer. Forward Martin Satriano was the club’s main signing at €6.5 million. Yellu Santiago, Ramon Terrats, and Mauro Arambarri were added to strengthen midfield and defense. However, Bordalas also lost several important players. Luis Milla and Mauro Arambarri were sold, while Juan Iglesias, Diego Rico, and Domingos Duarte left on free transfers. The holding midfield and defensive lines will need to be rebuilt. Getafe has no current injury concerns, but the squad brought to England is small and includes several young players.

Tottenham vs Getafe Predicted Lineup

Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Kinsky; Gray, Van Hecke, Davies, Robertson; Gallagher, Tonali; Solomon, Bergvall, Tel; Solanke

Unavailable: Simons, Kulusevski, Odobert, Kudus, Vicario, Kerim Alajbegovic (all injured), Romero, Senesi, Spence, Porro, Bentancur, Sarr (all not included in the squad)

Manager: Roberto De Zerbi

Getafe (5-2-2-1): Letacek; Bekchua, Romero, Boselli, Valois, Davinchi; Terrats, Munoz; Martin, Uche; Satriano

Unavailable: None

Manager: Jose Bordalas

Tottenham vs Getafe Prediction: Tottenham Handicap -1.5

Main prediction: Tottenham has looked solid during preseason and showed good structure and resilience in the 2-1 win over Chelsea, despite finishing the match with 10 men. Getafe has been less convincing. The Spanish side has struggled to create chances, while its defense broke down under pressure in the 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid. With Getafe rebuilding its squad and bringing limited depth to London, Tottenham should control possession from the start. The closed-door setting at Hotspur Way also favors the home side. Our pick is Tottenham handicap -1.5 at odds of 2.72.

Totals prediction: Both teams have taken a relatively cautious approach during preseason. None of Tottenham’s last four matches produced more than three goals, while the same was true in three of Getafe’s four games. After conceding four against Atletico Madrid, Getafe is likely to defend deeper and focus on avoiding similar mistakes. That setup should reduce the chances of an open match. Our pick is under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.60.