{"id":752556,"date":"2026-04-25T16:47:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T16:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/752556\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T16:47:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T16:47:35","slug":"barcelona-player-ratings-vs-getafe-blaugrana-close-in-on-la-liga-title","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/752556\/","title":{"rendered":"Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Getafe: Blaugrana Close in on La Liga Title"},"content":{"rendered":"

Without Lamine Yamal and in a ground they hadn\u2019t won in since the Lionel Messi era, Barcelona defeated Getafe 2\u20130 on Saturday night to put one hand on the La Liga title.<\/p>\n

It was a rocky affair in Spain\u2019s capital where, as forecasted, scoring opportunities were hard to come by. But a stunning ball from Pedri sufficed to finally bypass a sturdy Getafe low-block and Ferm\u00edn L\u00f3pez kept his composure to score what turned out to be the winner on the verge of half-time. <\/p>\n

The goal completely changed the second half script, as Getafe were forced to be less cautious and Barcelona<\/a> were able to find more spaces to exploit. After wasting a number of chances, Hansi Flick\u2019s side finally scored the dagger with a poised finish from Marcus Rashford. <\/p>\n

The victory sees Barcelona extend their lead at the summit of La Liga<\/a> to 11 points over Real Madrid, With just five games remaining, Barcelona could mathematically become Spanish champions next weekend with a combination of results, setting the stage for Los Blancos to give Flick\u2019s men a guard of honor <\/a>in El Cl\u00e1sico on May 10. <\/p>\n

The Moment That Defined the Match\"Ferm\u00edn<\/p>\n

Ferm\u00edn L\u00f3pez did Lamine Yamal\u2019s trademark celebration. | M Gracia Jimenez\/Soccrates\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Barcelona had scored just once in their last five visits to the Estadio Coliseum. Without the duo of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, the stage was set for another frustrating away day at Getafe … but everything changed just just seconds before half-time. <\/p>\n

Pau Cubars\u00ed did well to win the ball back near midfield and the ball fell right into Pedri\u2019s path. A few steps past the halfway line, the midfield maestro picked out Ferm\u00edn\u2019s darting, diagonal run with a 50-yard through-ball. Ferm\u00edn used his body to shield his marker away from the ball and after taking a touch, he calmly tucked in Bar\u00e7a\u2019s opener.<\/p>\n

It looked like a guarantee that Barcelona were going to go into the break still looking for their first shot on goal of the afternoon. But it took just three touches\u2014Pedri\u2019s perfect pass, Ferm\u00edn\u2019s quality first touch and even better finish\u2014to break the deadlock. <\/p>\n

As expected coming in, Getafe never seriously threatened Joan Garc\u00eda\u2019s goal. Scoring the opener was always going to be the most difficult part of Saturday\u2019s clash, and once Ferm\u00edn did, the Catalans were in perfect position to win their first game at the Coliseum in almost seven years. <\/p>\n

Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Getafe (4-2-3-1)\"Dani<\/p>\n

Dani Olmo had to operate under constant pressure. | Dennis Agyeman\/Europa Press\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

*Ratings provided by FotMob*<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

GK: Joan Garc\u00eda<\/strong>\u20147.4<\/strong>: Had just one shaky moment where he failed to control a back-pass that nearly gifted Getafe a golden chance. Still, he was never forced to intervene between the posts.<\/p>\n

RB: Jules Kound\u00e9<\/strong>\u20147.4<\/strong>: Was fine defensively and settled for the easy option in possession. Still, a clumsy challenge got him booked and he\u2019ll miss the next match through suspension. <\/p>\n

CB: Pau Cubars\u00ed<\/strong>\u20148.3:<\/strong> Sensational from Cubarsi. An absolute wall at the back, his recovery lead to Bar\u00e7a\u2019s opener and he made a stellar clearance in the most dangerous action Getafe crafted all game. <\/p>\n

CB: Gerard Mart\u00edn<\/strong>\u20147.6:<\/strong> Looked to get injured at one point in the first half but he persevered and completed another impressive performance.<\/p>\n

LB: Jo\u00e3o Cancelo<\/strong>\u20148.0<\/strong>: A constant threat down the left wing, but his deliveries into the box lacked accuracy. Flawless defensively.<\/p>\n

DM: Gavi<\/strong>\u20147.0<\/strong>: Another solid showing from Gavi, who hasn\u2019t missed a beat since returning from an eight-month absence. Halted a number of Getafe advances with timely interceptions and his distribution was on point.<\/p>\n

DM: Pedri<\/strong>\u20148.5<\/strong>: His best game in weeks. Found passing lanes that were invisible to others, assisting Ferm\u00edn\u2019s opener with a perfectly weighted ball. He likely should\u2019ve had more but it was another Player of the Match performance from Pedri.<\/p>\n

RW: Roony Bardghji<\/strong>\u20146.7:<\/strong> You could tell he felt the pressure to fill Yamal\u2019s shoes, trying to do too much, missing quality in his touches and poise in his decision-making. <\/p>\n

AM: Dani Olmo<\/strong>\u20147.3:<\/strong> Had a bright start with some slick dribbles and passes, looking like the key to bypass Getafe\u2019s defense. His influence dropped as the minutes ticked on. <\/p>\n

LW: Ferm\u00edn L\u00f3pez<\/strong>\u20148.1<\/strong>: His energetic nature helped Bar\u00e7a create turnovers in dangerous areas and after a positive and active start, he was rewarded by Pedri with a perfect pass he converted into the game\u2019s opener. <\/p>\n

ST: Robert Lewandowski<\/strong>\u20147.7: <\/strong>Aside from a header in the opening minutes, Lewandowski never got the service he required. Still, he collected his first assist of the year when he unleashed Rashford for Bar\u00e7a\u2019s second.<\/p>\n

SUB: Ronald Ara\u00fajo (60\u2019 for Kound\u00e9)<\/strong>\u20146.5<\/strong>: Did his job well since coming on, though, he wasn\u2019t really tested.<\/p>\n

SUB: Frenkie de Jong (60\u2019 for Gavi)<\/strong>\u20146.7<\/strong>: Helped Barcelona protect the ball and see out the game. <\/p>\n

SUB: Marcus Rashford (60\u2019 for Bardghji)<\/strong>\u20147.3: <\/strong>His best cameo in weeks. Was active since his introduction and converted his chance with ease to secure the win. <\/p>\n

SUB: Alejandro Balde (82\u2019 for L\u00f3pez)<\/strong>\u2014N\/A<\/strong><\/p>\n

SUB: Marc Casad\u00f3 (88\u2019 for Pedri)<\/strong>\u2014N\/A<\/strong>: <\/p>\n

Subs not used: <\/strong>Eder Aller (GK), Wojciech Szcz\u0119sny (GK), \u00c1lvaro Cort\u00e9s, Tom\u00e1s Marques, Xavi Espart, Ferran Torres.<\/p>\n

What the Ratings Tell Us\"Marcus<\/p>\n

Marcus Rashford scored from the bench. | Alvaro Medranda\/Quality Sport Images\/Getty Images<\/p>\n