Getafe vs Villarreal - Predictions, Stats & Odds

In a tightly contested La Liga encounter, Getafe emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Villarreal on Saturday, 14 February 2026. The match, part of Gameweek 24, saw Getafe capitalize on their chances to secure three crucial points. The game began with both teams probing for weaknesses, but it was Getafe who broke the deadlock in the 41st minute through Mauro Arambarri (GAP +0.2%), who found the back of the net with a well-timed strike. This goal gave Getafe a slender lead going into halftime. Shortly after the break, Martín Satriano doubled Getafe's advantage in the 53rd minute, putting Villarreal on the back foot. Villarreal responded by introducing Georges Mikautadze, who made an immediate impact by scoring in the 76th minute to reduce the deficit. Despite Villarreal's efforts to find an equalizer, Getafe's defense held firm. From a tactical standpoint, Getafe's manager made no changes to the starting lineup compared to their previous match, indicating confidence in his squad's ability to deliver. Villarreal, on the other hand, made several substitutions during the game, including the introduction of Santi Comesaña, Georges Mikautadze, Alexander Freeman, and Ayoze Pérez, in an attempt to shift the momentum. Key performances included Nicolas Pépé (GAP +2.7%) and Alfonso Pedraza (GAP +2.5%) for Villarreal, who were instrumental in their attacking efforts, while Getafe's defensive solidity was highlighted by the contributions of Domingos Duarte (GAP -0.5%) and Djené (GAP -0.6%). This result sees Getafe gaining valuable points as they look to climb the La Liga table, while Villarreal will need to regroup and address their defensive vulnerabilities. The win provides a morale boost for Getafe, who will aim to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures.