Data sheet:
1 – Getafe: Soria; Damián (Iglesias, m. 46), Djené, Duarte, Alderete (Gastón, m. 46), Portu; Milla, Algobia (Gonzalo Villar, m. 64), Aleñá (Munir, m. 46) (Latasa, m. 67); Mayor of Borja and Enes Ünal.
2 – Spanish: Alvaro Fernandez; Aleix Vidal, Cesar Montes, Cabrera, Oscar Gil; Vinicius Souza, Calero, Darder; Puado (Edu Exposito, m. 79), Joselu and Braithwaite.
Goals: 1-0 m. 6: Joselu; 1-1 m. 8: Enes Ünal; 1-2, min. 63: Puado.
Judge: Jorge Figueroa Vázquez (Andalusian Committee). He showed yellow cards to Duarte (min 16) and Gastón (min 91) from Getafe, Calero (min 30), Cabrera (min 33) and Montes (min 52) from Espanyol.
events: The match, which corresponds to the seventeenth day of LaLiga Santander, was played in front of 10,286 spectators at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez.
In a tense league clash, Espanyol took the lead early but Getafe responded with a swift second-half surge. Joselu opened the scoring with a precise strike from the right channel, followed by Enes Ünal pulling the visitors level just minutes later with a composed finish from the edge of the box. Puado sealed the result with a well-timed finish after a clever buildup, delivering Espanyol a vital victory. The win came at a crucial moment in the season, providing a much-needed boost to Diego Martínez’s side as they chased safety in the table.
The contest showcased a dynamic midfield battle, with Martin Braithwaite pulling strings for Espanyol and Luis Milla generating pressure for Getafe. Braithwaite intercepted a central clearance and sparked a rare moment of brilliance that nearly caught David Soria off guard from distance. Espanyol capitalized on the momentum, earning a stoppage-time advantage that stretched Getafe’s vulnerability on the counterattack.
Joselu’s tenth league goal of the campaign underscored his pivotal role in the attack. The Spaniard’s clinical finishing was complemented by Ünal’s quick response, setting the stage for a dramatic finish as Puado found space on the left flank and fired past Soria to restore the lead. The goal ignited a wave of applause from the crowd as Espanyol held on to claim the three points.
Post-match scenes highlighted Getafe’s tactical adjustments under Quique Sánchez Flores, including several changes aimed at increasing tempo and verticality. The substitutions brought fresh legs, with Munir El Haddadi, Gastón Álvarez and Juan Iglesias entering the fray to inject pace and link play. Although Getafe mounted late pressure, Espanyol maintained organization and discipline to protect their advantage, leaving the Coliseum with renewed confidence about their prospects in the season’s run-in. The result reflected a balanced performance where timely goals and robust defending outweighed a late push from the home side.
With a trio of wins from their previous meetings against Getafe and Girona, Espanyol had already shown resilience in their approach. The late twist of fortune that delivered Joselu’s opener demonstrated the team’s willingness to seize opportunities and control matches through quick transitions and smart positioning. The visitors’ ability to respond to Getafe’s equalizer, then accelerate in the closing stages, stood out as a key factor in the final scoreline.
Ultimately, Espanyol’s victory signaled a meaningful moment for the squad, reinforcing their belief in the game plan and the leadership of their head coach. The clash served as a reminder that in La Liga, the difference between securing a point and grabbing three can hinge on a moment of precision, a brave run, or a well-executed set piece. The atmosphere at Coliseum Alfonso Pérez was electric, underscoring how a single match can alter the mood around a club during a condensed season.
As the league progresses, both teams will look to translate this result into longer-term form. Espanyol will aim to maintain defensive solidity while maximizing chances in transition, and Getafe will seek to tighten their structure at the back and sharpen finishing under pressure. The outcome of this fixture left fans pondering future head-to-heads and the implications for relegation battles, with both sides aware that every point counts in the weeks ahead. (Source: broadcast coverage from Movistar Plus+)