Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Primera Division.
Missing Players
Espanyol
Getafe
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Héctor Moreno | Out | 6.91 | |
Sergio García | Out | 6.84 |
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
David Abraham | Out | 6.76 | |
Rafa | Out | 6.96 |
Team News
Espanyol
Getafe
- Espanyol slipped back to the bottom of the table as a late Roberto Soldado penalty denied them what would have been a valuable point away at Valencia.
- To compound that loss, the Catalans will also be without Hector Moreno and Sergio Garcia for two and four games respectively after both were sent-off for protesting against the penalty award.
- Moreno's absence will mean a return for Diego Colotto in central defence, whilst Simao may finally get a run in the side as a result of Garcia's suspension.
- Javi Lopez is also expected to return at right-back with Victor Sanchez moving back into midfield.
- Getafe meanwhile moved back into the top-half thanks to a comeback 2-1 win over Valladolid last time out.
- Angel Lafita was the match winner with a superb individual effort and he may be rewarded with a start at the expense of Jaime Gavilan.
- Otherwise though Luis Garcia is expected to name the same side as last weekend as neither David Abraham or Rafa are ready to return in defence.