How the most HATED team in the world are qualifying for Europe

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·19 June 2026

How the most HATED team in the world are qualifying for Europe

Getafe are statistically one of the worst attacking sides in all of the top 5 leagues, yet they’re in real contention of qualifying for European football this season. So basically...how?

Archie Corbett breaks down the tactics behind Jose Bordalas' Getafe, and how they are getting away with almost solely defending. They're one of La Liga's smallest teams and are genuinely hated by most Spanish football fans. But with three games to go, Getafe currently occupy 7th in La Liga which, extraordinary, would see them qualify for the European Conference League.