Real Oviedo are running out of time to save their LaLiga status, sitting dead last and needing a near-miracle to avoid the drop. They have to chase all three points here, though that plays right into the hands of a Getafe squad still hunting European qualification.

Finding the back of the net has been a season-long nightmare for the hosts. Oviedo have scored a league-low 26 goals overall, and their return of just nine goals in 17 matches at the Carlos Tartiere highlights exactly why they are facing relegation.

José Bordalás has Getafe drilled to be as stubborn as possible, usually deploying a rigid five-man backline that refuses to concede space. The visitors have only managed 28 goals themselves, relying entirely on keeping matches tight and grinding out results.

With the home side forced to push forward out of pure desperation, Getafe will gladly sit deep and look to hit on the counter. Oviedo simply do not possess the creative quality to easily dismantle a set defense, pointing toward a very disjointed contest.

Anticipating multiple goals between two sides so severely lacking in attacking punch defies logic. Low goal totals are the only sensible approach when an anemic offense meets a team entirely focused on disruption.