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Real Madrid analysis

A defeat against Sevilla followed by a victory over Valladolid (somehow tarnished by unnecessary defensive mistakes), and then an unconvincing and controversial goalless draw against Sporting Gijon describe the inconsistent run on which Real Madrid are walking at the moment.

The Spanish giants started the season well, but after only eight match-days, pressure is already hitting them hard in the face.

The gap between Real Madrid and Barcelona has widened to three points at the top of the table. While their rivals, the Catalans, quickly found back their best form after a couple of unexpected results, Real Madrid are struggling to cope with the absence of Ronaldo and together as a team.

Defense has been their main concern this season and last time’s game against AC Milan in the Champions League publicly exposed Los Blancos’ weaknesses.

Last weekend, Real Madrid managed to keep a clean sheet. Can they do the same against a hungry Getafe side?

Quick team news

Real Madrid will be without Cristiano Ronaldo for another time but they could welcome back the likes of Higuain, Nilsterooy, and Benzema upfront.

Meanwhile, Kaka, Alonso, Casillas and Sergio Ramos are all expected to return to the squad after missing Real Madrid’s midweek Copa del Rey encounter against Alcorcon.

Getafe analysis

Thinking of their 3-0 defeat in the hands of Real Zaragoza (who were beaten 6-1 by Barca last weekend), one may laugh at Real Madrid’s local rivals Getafe.

However, the fact that they are also the only team in La Liga this season to have conceded as much goals as they’ve scored doesn’t remove the threat that they possess.

Yes, Getafe are only just in the top half of the standings with 12 points from a possible 24 despite kick starting their campaign with a 4-1 victory over Racing Santander.

However, their surprising 3-1 comeback against Valencia earlier in September somehow explains how great of a side Getafe can be.

The local rivals could take advantage of Real Madrid’s current shaky form and inscribe what would only be their second away win out of six away trips in La Liga this season.

Players who might make the difference for Getafe

Upfront, the job will be on the shoulders of striker Manu to do what he did against Valencia: that is, to score goals and power Getafe to victory.

In defense, there will be pressure on the young Miguel Torres to defend against his former team, Real Madrid.

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