Osasuna and Getafe Aim for Mid-Table Stability in Upcoming La Liga Clash

PAMPLONA, Spain — Osasuna will host Getafe on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at the Estadio El Sadar, both teams aiming to strengthen their mid-table positions in La Liga. With each side currently on 33 points, a victory could elevate either team closer to the Liga’s top half.

Osasuna, positioned 14th, enters the match after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Valencia. Despite a strong home record, with 24 points accrued from 14 matches, the team has struggled in recent weeks, managing only a single win in their last ten outings.

“We need to turn draws into wins if we want to climb the standings,” said Osasuna head coach Jagoba Arrasate. “Getafe is a tough opponent, but we are prepared to fight.”

Getafe, sitting just ahead in 12th place, also seeks to build momentum following a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid last weekend. With eight wins and ten defeats so far this season, the Deep Blue Ones have shown potential for improvement, particularly on the road, where they have secured 14 points from 13 matches.

“The upcoming match is crucial for us,” Getafe head coach José Bordalás stated. “Building on last week’s performance will be key. We will focus on executing our game plan effectively.”

Both teams have had their share of draws this season, with Osasuna recording 12 in total. The last encounter between these two clubs ended in a 1-1 draw, which has sparked predictions of a similar outcome this time.

Osasuna will monitor Aimar Oroz, who recently netted two goals but is dealing with a muscular issue. Meanwhile, Lucas Torro will miss the match due to suspension, adding pressure on the home side’s preparations.

For Getafe, they will be without one of their key players who was suspended due to accumulated yellow cards. Bordalás expects his team to maintain a similar lineup to that which played against Atletico Madrid, where several players showed exceptional form.

Statistics show that Osasuna’s defense, while respectable at home, has been inconsistent, allowing 12 goals in their last ten matches, averaging 1.2 goals against per game. In contrast, Getafe has managed to keep some clean sheets on the road, which could be crucial in this tightly contested matchup.

As both teams battle for vital points, football fans can anticipate an intriguing encounter that may have significant implications for both squads as the La Liga season continues.