This expert analysis delivers the top predictions, betting odds, and match insights for the LaLiga game Las Palmas vs Getafe on 12/01/2023.
The fifteenth LaLiga matchday opens with a tightly contested clash between two mid-table sides, separated by just one point. Las Palmas arrived at Benito Villamarín after a narrow outing where despite solid moments, they fell short against Real Betis, thanks largely to standout play from goalkeeper Fran Vieites. Getafe, meanwhile, enter the fixture buoyed by an eight-match unbeaten run, showing resilience and consistency in recent weeks.
- Final result: Draw – 3.10 at Bet365
- Total goals: 2 or 3 – 2.00 at Bet365
- Las Palmas scoring in the second half: Yes – 1.83 at Bet365
- First team to score: Getafe – 2.60 at Bet365
All odds are courtesy of Betano, correct at time of publication and subject to change.
Gran Canaria match context
With around three draws per LaLiga day being a common occurrence, next Friday’s game may well follow that trend given both clubs’ ability to lock horns with strong teams. Las Palmas recently traveled for two away matches without securing a win, yet they deservedly pushed Betis to the limit in a 1-0 defeat where the Canary Islands side controlled possession for significant spells and tested the goalkeeper with several clear chances. Fran Vieites shone, denying critical opportunities and keeping his team in the fight.
García Pimienta’s squad returns home on the back of three wins in four league outings, including a 2-1 victory over Atlético de Madrid. That said, this time the assignment could prove tougher as Getafe carries eight consecutive league matches without defeat.
Conversely, the visitors have found wins harder to secure lately, with six of their eight most recent league games ending in draws. The last four away matches have also finished level. Yet there is a sense that three of the four most recent Gran Canaria clashes could easily have swung the other way, often decided by late moments. Getafe, though, is typically not phased by late drama and has shown an ability to wrest control at critical junctures when necessary.
This rivalry has a tendency to produce late drama, and the upcoming encounter is no exception. Las Palmas are known for maintaining pressure deep into the second half, a strategy that often yields goals as opponents tire. At times, approximately half of Las Palmas’ LaLiga goals arrive after the break, suggesting bettors should keep an eye on second-half betting markets, especially when Getafe’s defensive shape shows signs of strain.
For supporters seeking a bit of speculative value, consider Getafe as the first goalscorer. In recent trips to Gran Canaria, Borja Mayoral has capitalized early in a couple of league visits. It’s also worth recalling that Bordalás’s side has started strongly in other recent away fixtures, including matches at the Santiago Bernabéu, and that two of the last three visiting teams to Gran Canaria—Celta de Vigo and Rayo Vallecano—found the opener before halftime.
Source: Goal