Getafe CF 0-0 FC Barcelona: Barcelona’s quest for La Liga title hit a bump with draw against Getafe
Barcelona’s quest for the La Liga title hit a bump as they were held to a second successive goalless draw by relegation-threatened Getafe. Despite dominating the game, the Catalan giants failed to convert their chances and had to settle for a point.
Barcelona’s missed opportunities
Barcelona had their chances to score in the first half, with Raphinha and Alejandro Balde hitting the woodwork within seconds of each other. However, they were unable to find the back of the net despite having more possession and shots on target. In the second half, Barcelona’s top scorer Robert Lewandowski had a header blocked and goalkeeper David Soria made a fine save to deny Raphinha. Meanwhile, Getafe had their moments, with former Barcelona player Munir El Haddadi and Borja Mayoral both missing good opportunities to score.
Absence of key players affects Barcelona’s attack
The result means Barcelona’s lead at the top of La Liga has been cut down to 11 points with nine games left to play. However, with second-placed Real Madrid also dropping points this weekend, the title race is still firmly in Barcelona’s hands. The absence of key players Pedri and Ousmane Dembele due to injury was felt in Barcelona’s attack, with the team lacking the creativity and cutting edge they have shown in recent weeks. Barcelona will hope to have them back for their crucial match against Atletico Madrid next weekend.
Meanwhile, Getafe will be happy to have taken a point from the game as they look to avoid relegation. The Madrid-based club is currently four points clear of the drop zone and will hope to build on this result in their upcoming match against Mallorca.
