Getafe played host to Racing, in 16th place with 15 points, on matchday 17 and in the last game of 2004.

Getafe took the lead early through Pablo Casar's own goal in the 5th minute, and Riki scored the second in the 31st: it was his first LaLiga goal.

Quique Sánchez Flores brought Mario Cotelo on for Gallardo in the 66th minute, Pachón for Riki in the 69th and Míchel for Craioveanu in the 78th.

Yanguas, Diego Rivas, Gabi and Craioveanu were booked for Getafe, and Moratón and Aganzo for Racing.

Turienzo Álvarez took charge. Getafe moved up to 15th place with 18 points.