‘No margin of error for Getafe’

Getafe defender Alexis has said the team have no margin of error in their attempt to avoid relegation this season.

Cosmin Contra replaced Luis Garcia as Coach earlier in March but couldn’t get off to a winning start as El Geta drew his first game 3-3 against Granada.

Athletic Bilbao are Getafe’s next opponents and Alexis has told AS that there were reasons for optimism in their last outing.

“This situation is complicated but there are ways out of it,” he said.

“The games we have left are like finals but if we play with the intensity of the other day and get as many goals as that we can get out of this. We are motivated.

“Margin of error? We don’t have one. The margin is win, win, win. That starts on Saturday. A draw isn’t worth anything.

“The team is prepared to take all three points, although it will be very difficult.”

Alexis added that Getafe’s long run without winning is having an effect on the players but called for a strong showing against Champions League chasing Athletic.

“We’ve been without a win and we know there is pressure, but we are experienced players and we have to face it. Our mentality is positive.

“Athletic at San Mames are warriors. So we have to bite, be aggressive, play one on one and take whatever chances we have.

“This is football and when you least expect it you can get the points. I trust my team.”

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