Osasuna continued their impressive start to the 2026/27 LaLiga season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Getafe at Estadio El Sadar, as Ante Budimir’s first-half penalty proved decisive.
The victory takes Osasuna to seven points from their opening three league matches, marking their best start to a LaLiga campaign since 2004/05. For Getafe, meanwhile, a frustrating afternoon featuring two crucial VAR decisions ended in their second defeat of the season.
Cagey Start at El Sadar
With both clubs among LaLiga’s lowest-scoring teams last season, chances were always likely to be at a premium.
The opening stages followed that script, with neither Osasuna nor Getafe willing to commit too many players forward.
Getafe midfielder Ramon Terrats produced the first notable moment after spotting Osasuna goalkeeper Sergio Herrera away from his line. His ambitious long-range attempt had the goalkeeper concerned but eventually sailed narrowly over the crossbar.
Clear-cut opportunities remained scarce until a controversial incident transformed the match shortly before half-time.
VAR Awards Osasuna Crucial Penalty
Getafe defender Dakonam Djené appeared to pull Ante Budimir to the ground while defending a set-piece, but the referee initially allowed play to continue.
The match carried on for around two minutes before VAR intervened, eventually sending the referee back to review the incident.
After protests and a lengthy delay, Osasuna were awarded a penalty.
Budimir stepped up and showed remarkable composure, sending goalkeeper David Soria the wrong way to give the hosts a precious 1-0 advantage heading towards the break.
Getafe Equalizer Ruled Out by VAR
Getafe emerged after half-time determined to find a response and thought they had done exactly that following an excellent attacking move.
Andrés García fired towards goal before Enes Ünal converted at the back post, seemingly restoring parity.
The celebrations did not last long.
VAR intervened again, with replays showing that Ünal had strayed marginally offside. The equalizer was subsequently disallowed, keeping Osasuna’s slender advantage intact.
For Getafe, it was another frustrating intervention in a match where the finest margins repeatedly went against them.
Sergio Herrera Produces Match-Saving Stop
José Bordalás’ men refused to surrender and created arguably their best opportunity with approximately 20 minutes remaining.
Terrats looked destined to score, only for Sergio Herrera to produce an outstanding reflex save and preserve Osasuna’s lead. Getafe couldn’t capitalize on the rebound, allowing the hosts to escape another dangerous situation.
Osasuna could have made the closing stages considerably more comfortable through late opportunities involving Kike Barja and Raúl García, but neither managed to add the second goal.
One was ultimately enough.
Osasuna Make Best La Liga Start Since 2004/05
The final whistle confirmed an important three points for Osasuna and continued their excellent beginning to the new campaign.
With seven points from three matches, Osasuna temporarily climbed into fourth place while recording their strongest opening to a LaLiga season in more than two decades.
Their ability to grind out victory without producing their best attacking football could prove particularly encouraging as the season progresses.
Getafe, by contrast, have now suffered two defeats from their opening three LaLiga fixtures. Their attention must also turn towards preparing for their UEFA Conference League campaign, adding another challenge to an already demanding schedule.
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Final Verdict
Osasuna 1-0 Getafe may not have produced a flood of goals, but it delivered plenty of drama.
Ante Budimir’s composed penalty separated the teams, while VAR played a decisive role by awarding Osasuna’s spot-kick and later ruling out Enes Ünal’s apparent equalizer.
Most importantly for Osasuna, another three points underline an excellent start to the 2026/27 LaLiga season. Seven points from three matches and their best league opening since 2004/05 give supporters plenty of reasons for optimism as the campaign gathers momentum.
