Getafe CF stunned Real Madrid on Sunday with a 1-0 win against Santiago Bernab and immediately captured the attention of the entire Spanish football world as they celebrated their victory.
After the upset, Getafe players could be seen dancing and cheering in the visiting locker room, celebrating a victory that few expected. A video circulating on social media showed the team celebrating loudly and enjoying the moment after defeating one of Europe’s most decorated clubs on home soil.
On the pitch, Real Madrid appeared to be in control from the start. In the 13th minute, Vincius Junior took advantage of a mistake in midfield, pressed Boselli and won the ball, putting him one-on-one with goalkeeper David Soria. Soria reacted quickly and prevented the opening goal. Eleven minutes later, Arda Greer made a highlight move inside the box, roulette past Luis Milla and fire a shot into the goal. Soria took another shot and sent it into the corner.
Getafe mock Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabéu stadium after defeating them
Madrid couldn’t decipher Getafe
Despite dominating the ball and creating better chances in the first half, Madrid could not break through Getafe’s compact defensive structure. Rather, the breakthrough came from the visitors. In the 39th minute, Agustón Rubárez Satriano volleyed cleanly from the edge of the area, marking Getafe’s first shot on target and giving Jos Bordals’ side a 1-0 lead.
Real Madrid tried to fight back before half-time. Vincius Junior crossed into the box and Aurien Choamni tried to head it in behind, but Soria confidently collected the ball and held the advantage going into half-time.
Despite Madrid’s continued pressure in the second half, Getafe remained disciplined and organized. Every clearance and defensive stop seemed to increase the visitors’ confidence. When the final whistle blew, Getafe’s bench rushed onto the field to celebrate a result that had important implications for the standings.
After the game, the players were dancing
The post-game scene in the locker room emphasized how much the win meant. After silencing the Bernab crowd, the players danced, sang and appeared to mock their featured opponents.
For a club accustomed to competing outside the spotlight, defeating Real Madrid away was a competitive victory as well as an expressive performance.
For Madrid, this defeat was a missed opportunity after a strong opening game. It was an unforgettable night for Getafe. Not only did the match end with three points, but it ended with a celebration that showed just how rare and meaningful a victory like this is.
