Getafe visits Tenerife in a pre-season friendly. Both teams arrive after winning their last match, and the recent history shows four encounters with two draws and one victory for each.
Getafe faces a new pre-season test against Tenerife this Thursday, in a friendly match that will take place at 01:30 (local time) on July 23. The blue team, preparing for the 2026-27 season, is up against a rival with a similar start to their preparations: both won their last commitments.
The team managed by José Bordalás seeks to fine-tune their readiness with this match, where competition for a place in the starting eleven will be key. Although there is no official information about the expected lineup or absences, it is anticipated that the coach will give minutes to most of the squad to define the group that will start the league.
Tenerife, for its part, also arrives with morale high after their most recent victory. The Canarians, who play in the Second Division, want to measure their level against a top-tier team like Getafe. In the last four encounters between the two, the balance is very even: one victory for each team and two draws. The last direct clash dates back to June 2017, when Getafe won 3-1 in the return leg of the promotion playoff final, after Tenerife had won the first leg 1-0.
That precedent, although distant, reflects the historical equality between the two teams. In the last four matches, most ended in a draw, suggesting that Thursday's match could be decided by small details. Control of the midfield and effectiveness in transitions will be key aspects, according to analysts.
Getafe, which has already played several friendlies this pre-season, seeks to consolidate its defensive style and counter-attacking ability. Bordalás usually places great importance on defensive solidity, but in these preparation matches, he also tests offensive variations. The blue fans will be attentive to the first impressions of the new signings and the development of players returning from loan.
The match will be played at the Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López, although being a friendly, attendance may be limited. There is no expectation of open television coverage, but fans can follow the information through the club's official channels.
With the season around the corner, every minute of play counts for Bordalás to finalize tactical details. Getafe aims to start the league with as many fit players as possible and clear ideas. Tenerife, for its part, will try to take advantage of home advantage and the motivation of facing a top-tier team to make a good impression.
The recent history does not give a clear favourite, but Getafe has the theoretical advantage of playing in a higher category. However, friendlies often bring surprises, and the Canarian team has already shown in the past that they can compete head-to-head against the blue team. The match promises excitement and will serve as a thermometer for the form of both teams.
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