Breaking Facts
In a surprising turn of events, Getafe defeated Real Madrid 1-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu on March 2, 2026. The only goal of the match was scored by Martin Satriano in the 39th minute. This victory marks Getafe’s first win at the Bernabeu since 2008.
Background
Prior to this match, Real Madrid had surrendered the top spot in La Liga after suffering a defeat to Osasuna. The team was already under pressure, and the absence of injured forward Kylian Mbappe was felt throughout the match.
New Development
Despite having more possession, Real Madrid failed to convert their chances into goals. The match saw Franco Mastantuono of Real Madrid sent off in stoppage time, adding to the team’s woes. Following this defeat, Real Madrid now finds itself four points behind league leaders Barcelona and has recorded two consecutive losses in La Liga.
Reaction
Alvaro Arbeloa, the coach of Real Madrid, expressed disappointment but acknowledged his players’ efforts, stating, “Obviously, it’s a match where we could have done things better, but I think my players tried and we had more clear chances than them.” He also emphasized the team’s resilience, saying, “Nobody here is throwing in the towel, this is Real Madrid, you don’t give up until the last game.” On the other side, Kiko Femenia from Getafe praised his team’s defensive work, noting, “It’s very hard to get points when you come here. I have to congratulate the team for their work in defence.”
Following this match, Real Madrid is set to face Celta Vigo in their next La Liga encounter and will host Manchester City in the Champions League last 16. Getafe’s victory has propelled them to 11th place in the La Liga standings, a significant achievement for the team.