MADRID (Interstat) — A resurgent Getafe looks to continue its climb away from the relegation fight when it visits crosstown rival Atlético de Madrid in La Liga on Saturday.

The matchup at Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano pits two capital city clubs in contrasting recent form. Getafe arrives buoyed by a 2-0 home victory over Real Betis last Sunday, a clean-sheet performance that provided crucial breathing room in the league table.

That win highlighted Getafe’s improved resilience. After a difficult stretch from late December into January featuring losses to Espanyol, Real Betis and third-division side Burgos U19 in the Copa del Rey, the team has stabilized. Getafe is unbeaten in three of its last four league matches, including a 2-1 win at Villarreal and a 2-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves.

Atlético, however, presents a formidable challenge. Diego Simeone’s side is coming off a thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Sociedad last Saturday, showcasing the attacking firepower that produced a stunning 4-0 rout of FC Barcelona in February. Yet, consistency has been an issue. Sandwiched around that Barcelona triumph are a 3-0 loss at Barcelona and a shocking 3-0 defeat at Rayo Vallecano, illustrating a volatile pattern.

The historical and geographical rivalry adds edge to the contest. Getafe will aim to replicate its disciplined defensive structure, while Atlético seeks to control the tempo at home and build momentum ahead of a pivotal clash at Real Madrid on March 22.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the match is projected to end in a 1-1 draw, suggesting a tightly contested derby.

For Getafe, a positive result would solidify its mid-table standing before hosting Espanyol on March 21. Atlético views this as a must-win to keep pace in the Champions League qualification race, with a daunting schedule ahead that includes the Madrid derby and a visit from Real Sociedad in April.

Kickoff is set for Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Madrid.