In a tightly contested La Liga encounter, Real Madrid edged past Getafe CF with a narrow 1-0 victory at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez. The match, played under high tension, saw Real Madrid extend their lead at the top of the table, while Getafe put in a valiant defensive effort that ultimately fell just short.
The lone goal of the match came in the second half, courtesy of a clinical strike from Real Madrid’s in-form forward. After a goalless first half filled with missed opportunities and solid defending from Getafe, the breakthrough arrived in the 65th minute. A swift counterattack led by Jude Bellingham found Vinícius Júnior in space, who then delivered a precise ball to Joselu. The striker made no mistake, slotting the ball past the Getafe keeper with composure and precision.
Getafe, despite being underdogs, showed resilience throughout the match. They maintained a compact shape and limited Real Madrid’s chances for large stretches of the game. David Soria, Getafe’s goalkeeper, made several key saves to keep his side in contention, including a stunning stop from a Luka Modrić free-kick.
However, Real Madrid’s dominance in possession and quality in the final third eventually told. The visitors managed the game well after taking the lead, controlling tempo and frustrating Getafe’s attempts to push for an equalizer.
The result keeps Real Madrid on course in their title challenge, showcasing their ability to grind out results even when not at their dazzling best. For Getafe, the narrow defeat highlighted their fighting spirit and tactical discipline, but also their struggles to convert solid defensive displays into points against elite opposition.
With this win, Real Madrid continue to demonstrate their championship pedigree, while Getafe will regroup, aiming to bounce back in their next fixture.
