Osasuna confirmed their starting lineup for the LaLiga matchday 3 fixture against Getafe on Tuesday. The match, played at the Estadio El Sadar with a 19:30 kick-off, showcased the tactical choices of managers Luis Miguel Ramis and José Bordalás.
The red-and-white side, currently sitting fifth in the table with seven points, relied on Sergio Herrera in goal. The defence was formed by Íñigo Arguibide, Catena, Herrando, and Abel Bretones. In midfield, Rubén García, Jon Moncayola, Iker Muñoz, and Moi Gómez were tasked with creating play. The attack featured Aimar Oroz and centre-forward Ante Budimir.
How did Bordalás's Getafe line up?
The visiting team, managed by José Bordalás, responded with an equally offensive formation. David Soria was the starting goalkeeper. The defensive line consisted of Kiko Femenía, Djené, Zaid Romero, and Johan Mojica. The midfield featured Andrés García, Orel Mangala, and Francho Serrano, while Ramón Terrats, Enes Ünal, and Satriano were chosen for the attack. This lineup aimed to press high and leverage the physical power characteristic of Bordalás's teams.
Osasuna came into this match following a solid start to the season, with two wins and one draw in their first three outings. The team has scored three goals and conceded only one, giving them a positive goal difference of two. This run of results, with a recent form of win, win, draw, places them just two points behind leaders Barcelona. Fans can track the league's progress on our standings page.
What was the context of this match in the season?
This matchday 3 clash was important for both sides to cement their early aspirations. For Osasuna, maintaining the defensive solidity shown so far was a priority against a tough opponent. Ramis's team has displayed a good balance between lines, a characteristic they want to maintain for the immediate future. The next fixture on the calendar is a visit to Alaves, who occupy fourth place, on September 6th. All upcoming matches are available on our fixtures calendar.
Who were the key figures in the starting eleven?
The presence of Ante Budimir as the offensive reference is always significant for Osasuna's play. Alongside him, the creativity of Aimar Oroz is essential to unbalance defences. In midfield, the duo of Jon Moncayola and Iker Muñoz provides balance and ball recovery. For Getafe, the experience of Enes Ünal and the energy of Ramón Terrats posed the main threat. The composition of both teams promised an intense and fiercely contested match in the middle of the park.
Detailed information about the squad and their numbers this season can be found in the squad section. The match at El Sadar was another test for an Osasuna side aiming to stay in the upper part of the table throughout the campaign.
