Getafe vs Malaga CF 20 September 2026 Prediction

Getafe and Malaga enter this matchup after disappointing results in recent rounds. Getafe remain unbeaten at the Coliseum, while the newly promoted visitors are still adjusting to La Liga and played a demanding match against Villarreal on Thursday, losing 3-1. The schedule could also be a factor, as Juan Funes’ side will have less than three days to recover before traveling to Madrid.

Getafe Remain Unbeaten at the Coliseum

Getafe head into Matchday 7 without a win in their last four league games. After beating Racing 1-0, Jose Bordalas’ team lost 1-0 to both Osasuna and Real Betis, while its matches against Celta Vigo and Deportivo ended 1-1. The Madrid club continues to limit opponents’ chances and has yet to lose at home this season. After the Real Betis match, the Getafe manager praised his players’ effort and said he could not fault their commitment despite the team’s difficulties. Returning to the Coliseum gives Getafe a good opportunity to end its four-game winless run.

Getafe also have several roster issues. The absences affect almost every area of the field and significantly limit Bordalas’ lineup options. Central midfield is the main concern. Mario Martin is suspended, while Terrats missed the previous round and remains doubtful because he is not fully fit. There are also problems in defense, with center back Abqar and right wingback Femenia injured. Getafe therefore enter the match with limited depth, and the possible absence of key midfielders could affect their possession and buildup play.

Malaga Are Still Searching for Their First Win

Malaga have not won any of their six matches since returning to La Liga. The Andalusian club has collected only three points, including two from its last three games. During that stretch, Malaga drew with Levante 0-0 and Celta Vigo 1-1 before losing 3-1 to Villarreal. The attack has also struggled, scoring only three goals and failing to find the net in half of the team’s matches. Malaga need to improve defensively as well. They have conceded 11 goals in six rounds and recorded just one clean sheet. Their defensive problems have been a major reason for the poor start to the season.

The injury list makes the situation more difficult. Julen Lobete is out with a torn ACL, Aaron Ochoa underwent meniscus surgery, and Diego Murillo is still recovering from injury. Jens Cajuste and Adam Aznou have been training separately. Fernando Calero is back in team training but is still expected to miss the match. Adrian Niño is gradually returning to full fitness and scored an important goal against Celta Vigo in a 1-1 draw. The number of unavailable players, combined with the short recovery period, leaves the manager with limited options for the trip to Madrid.

Getafe vs Malaga Predicted Lineup

Getafe (5-2-1-2): Soria; Garcia, Djene, Gudelj, Romero, Mojica; Mangala, Francho; Azon; Unal, Satriano

Unavailable: Femenia, Juanmi, Uche, Abqar (injured); Mayoral, Terrats (doubtful); Martin (suspended)

Manager: Jose Bordalas

Malaga (4-2-3-1): Herrero; Puga, Recio, Galilea, Rafita; Dotor, Martin; Larrubia, Lorenzo, Cruz; Chupe

Unavailable: Diarra, Lobete, Ochoa, Murillo, Cajuste (injured); Calero, Aznou (doubtful)

Manager: Juan Funes

Getafe vs Malaga Prediction: Getafe to Win

Main prediction: Despite going winless in their last five matches across all competitions, Getafe have been more reliable at home. Bordalas’ team is unbeaten in four matches at the Coliseum this season, recording two wins and two draws. Malaga remain one of three La Liga teams without a victory. The Andalusian side lost its road games against Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid by scores of 2-0 and 4-0, respectively. Its 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo was also unconvincing. Malaga failed to create a single big chance and produced only 0.43 expected goals compared with Celta’s 1.90. With home-field advantage factored in, the main selection is Getafe to win at 2.05.

Goals prediction: Getafe’s home matches often produce few goals. The Madrid club has not scored more than once in any of its last three La Liga games at the Coliseum. Bordalas’ team generally prioritizes defensive organization and avoids unnecessary risks. Malaga have been even less productive in attack, scoring only three times in six rounds. Given both teams’ limited output, the additional selection is under 1.5 goals at 2.40.