Real Madrid vs Getafe: Bellingham Takes the Spotlight at the Bernabéu

Madrid’s New Star Steps Up

The Santiago Bernabéu will shine bright on Saturday night as Real Madrid welcome Getafe for a heated all-Madrid clash in La Liga.
With Vinícius Júnior sidelined by a hamstring injury, the spotlight falls once again on Jude Bellingham — the young English sensation who’s already become the fans’ new favorite. His late strike sealed a 1-0 win at Celta Vigo last weekend, proving that he’s ready to carry Los Blancos when it matters most.

Injury Woes and Rising Pressure

Carlo Ancelotti’s side may have a perfect start this season, but luck hasn’t been on their side health-wise. Along with Vinícius, long-term injuries to Thibaut Courtois and Éder Militão have tested Madrid’s depth. Arda Güler remains out, but Dani Ceballos is back in training and could feature.
Despite these setbacks, Madrid’s spirit at home stays unbroken. They’ve won their last 14 league meetings against Getafe at the Bernabéu — a streak dating all the way back to 2008!

Getafe’s Challenge

José Bordalás and his men come into this clash with mixed form — one win, one draw, and one loss from their opening three games. A late penalty from Borja Mayoral gave them their first victory last week, but goals have been hard to come by.
Getafe’s away record is worrying too — they managed less than one goal per away game last season and haven’t scored at the Bernabéu since 2018. Facing Madrid’s strong midfield trio of Valverde, Tchouaméni, and Camavinga will be an uphill task.

What to Expect

Getafe will likely set up deep, defend in numbers, and try to frustrate Madrid’s attack. Expect plenty of possession for Los Blancos and a patient build-up approach, with Bellingham again playing a key role just behind the strikers Joselu and Rodrygo.
For the visitors, discipline and counterattacks will be their best hope — but even that might not be enough against a Madrid side full of belief.

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid (4-3-1-2): Kepa; Carvajal, Rüdiger, Alaba, Fran García; Valverde, Tchouaméni, Camavinga; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Joselu.
Getafe (4-4-2): Soria; Damián, Duarte, Mitrović, Álvarez; Iglesias, Maksimović, Djené, Mata; Mayoral, Latasa.

Prediction: Real Madrid 1-0 Getafe

Getafe will defend deep and fight hard, but Madrid’s class — and Bellingham’s magic — should be enough to keep their perfect start going.