Real Madrid secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Getafe at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, thanks to a first-half goal from Arda Güler. This win keeps Los Blancos within four points of league leaders Barcelona, with five matches remaining in the La Liga season.
Güler’s decisive moment came in the 21st minute, when he expertly controlled a pass at the edge of the box and unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner, leaving Getafe goalkeeper David Soria with no chance.
Despite resting key players like Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo ahead of the upcoming Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, Real Madrid dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities. Vinícius Júnior was particularly active on the left flank but was repeatedly denied by Soria and a crucial goal-line clearance from Djené.
Getafe improved in the second half, with Mauro Arambarri coming close to equalizing, but his shot narrowly missed the target. In stoppage time, Thibaut Courtois made two vital saves to preserve the lead and secure Madrid’s first consecutive wins in all competitions in a month.
However, the victory was tempered by injuries to Eduardo Camavinga and David Alaba, both of whom are expected to miss the Copa del Rey final. With Kylian Mbappé already sidelined due to an ankle injury, manager Carlo Ancelotti faces selection challenges ahead of the crucial clash.
Getafe’s manager, José Bordalás, expressed disappointment with the result, noting that his team deserved at least a draw based on their performance. He highlighted the squad’s physical limitations and the need to secure points to ensure La Liga survival.
Real Madrid will now focus on the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, aiming to secure silverware and maintain momentum in the title race.
