Getafe 1 – 0 Reading
International Club Friendly | 18 July 2026

Getafe edged Reading in a hard‑fought pre‑season friendly at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, with a solitary first‑half goal proving enough for the La Liga side.

Match Overview

The only goal of the game came in the 34th minute. Winger Carles Pérez cut inside from the right flank and fired a left‑footed strike into the far corner, leaving Reading goalkeeper David Button with no chance. Getafe dominated possession throughout the first half, pinning the Championship side back with quick passing and movement.

Second‑Half Resistance

Reading improved after the break, introducing fresh legs in midfield. Sam Smith came close to equalising in the 72nd minute, but his header was tipped over by Getafe’s backup goalkeeper Diego Conde. Despite late pressure, the hosts held on to secure a narrow victory.

Key Takeaways

• Getafe – Solid defensive organisation; effective counter‑pressing. New signing Carles Pérez showed class on the wing.
• Reading – Competed well in patches but lacked a clinical edge. Midfielder Jeff Hendrick worked hard to break up play.
• Both sides used the fixture to build match sharpness ahead of their respective league campaigns.

What’s Next

Getafe continue their pre‑season schedule with a trip to Portugal, while Reading face another friendly against a La Liga opponent later this week.