Following a painful defeat against Betis and facing an upcoming league break, the upcoming match for Osasuna on Friday night against Getafe takes on greater significance. The rojillos are looking to their strong home advantage at El Sadar as a remedy against a difficult opponent that will challenge their ability to respond after going winless for three matches, casting doubts on Lisci’s project. A victory before the competitive pause would provide a much-needed boost.
Osasuna has struggled with negative feelings, particularly in the last two games. They faltered in the second half against Elche and failed to show up in the first half against La Cartuja. The start of the season has been inconsistent; however, with seven points— all accumulated at home— the team retains some credit that provides a sense of calm.
For this encounter, Lisci will again be without Aimar Oroz, who is still recovering from plantar fasciitis. Osasuna has certainly felt the absence of their playmaker. However, they will welcome back Rubén García, who returns to the squad after a personal absence.
Expect minimal changes in the starting lineup, with Victor Muñoz likely returning as a starter. There remains some uncertainty regarding whether Herrando will maintain his position in defense or if Juan Cruz, typically favored by the coach, will take his place. There is also the option to forego a third center-back to incorporate Rubén into the lineup.
Unfortunately for Osasuna, their history against Getafe is not encouraging, having secured only one victory in their last 12 encounters. Despite the challenges, there remains optimism that a focused performance at home could turn the tide and restore confidence ahead of the break.