In the opening match of the new La Liga season, Athletic Bilbao faced Getafe at home. Despite a promising start, the home side was held to a 1-1 draw, marking an unexpected result for the Basque club.

Athletic Bilbao struck first with a sensational goal from Senset, who unleashed a powerful long-range shot that found the back of the net, marking the first goal of the new La Liga campaign. However, Bilbao’s lead was short-lived as Getafe managed to equalize through Uche’s header. This marked the fourth consecutive year that Getafe has managed to draw against Bilbao at San Mamés, once again proving to be a thorn in the side of the Basque giants. While Athletic Bilbao’s home ground is often a fortress where even the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid struggle, Getafe has consistently defied the odds, leaving Bilbao with just a point from their opening fixture.

Meanwhile, Girona, last season’s surprise package in La Liga, had a challenging start to their new campaign. Coming off a summer where they lost key players like Dovbic, Girona's squad strength has noticeably declined. Their opening fixture saw them visit Betis, where they fell behind early on. Just six minutes into the match, Betis took the lead with a headed goal from Bartra, putting Girona on the back foot.

Despite the early setback, Girona fought back and managed to level the score in the 72nd minute, thanks to a well-taken goal by Miséhuis. However, the 1-1 draw leaves Girona with just a single point from their first match, signaling a potentially tough season ahead. The team’s involvement in the Champions League this season, a first in their history, adds another layer of difficulty. With their diminished squad depth and the added pressure of European competition, Girona may find it challenging to replicate last season’s success in La Liga. Staying in the league might become their primary objective as they balance domestic and European commitments.