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Racing Santander v Espanyol: 24 October 2026 · 15:15 at El Sardinero (Santander), with Jesús Gil Manzano, Spain refereeing. We see little between the teams. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Racing Santander vs Espanyol: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Racing Santander are 16th in the table, on 11 points after 11 matches (3W 2D 6L), and Espanyol are 14th, on 11 points (3W 2D 6L).
- Attack and defence. On average Racing Santander score 1.4 goals a match in the competition and concede 2.8; for Espanyol the figures are 1.2 scored and 1.3 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Racing Santander: 2W 2D 5L, goals 13–25; Espanyol: 2W 2D 5L, goals 11–12.
- Head to head. From 7 meetings: 3 wins for Racing Santander, 3 wins for Espanyol and 1 draw, with the goals at 7–8.
What to expect
We see an evenly matched game, with a 2–1 score estimate, roughly 3 goals in all, and 1–1 (11.2%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.56), and we rate it at 63%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 62% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 58% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 7; Racing Santander 3 wins, 1 draw, Espanyol 3 wins.
- An average of 2.1 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Racing Santander 13–25, Espanyol 11–12.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 58%.
- Out: Racing Santander 1, Espanyol 2.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 62%, best price 1.53). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Racing Santander: S. Eriksson. Absent for Espanyol: K. Garcia, Jofre. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Racing Santander vs Espanyol: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 2.37 | 3.75 | 3.05 |
| Market average | 2.30 | 3.63 | 2.98 |
| Lowest odds | 2.25 | 3.40 | 2.90 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.22 | 1.19 | 79.2% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.70 | 1.64 | 58.4% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.40 | 2.29 | 41.6% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.63 | 2.53 | 37.3% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.53 | 1.51 | 61.9% |
| BTTS – no | 2.50 | 2.44 | 38.1% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 24/10/26, 12:03. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 4.7%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Racing Santander 1–1 Espanyol, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Racing Santander 16th (11 points), Espanyol 14th (11 points).
- Form in the competition: Racing Santander 2W 2D 5L (13:25), Espanyol 2W 2D 5L (11:12).
- H2H: 7 matches: Racing Santander 3W 1D 3L, goals 7–8.
- Absences: Racing Santander 1, Espanyol 2.
Who will win Racing Santander vs Espanyol?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Racing Santander vs Espanyol: team news and absences
Racing Santander
- S. Erikssonshoulder injury · will miss the match
Espanyol
- K. Garciahamstring injury · will miss the match
- Jofregroin injury · will miss the match
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Barcelona | 11 | 10-0-1 | 46:12 | 30 |
| 2 |  Atlético Madrid | 11 | 9-1-1 | 22:8 | 28 |
| 3 |  Real Madrid | 11 | 9-0-2 | 28:10 | 27 |
| 4 |  Real Betis | 11 | 7-2-2 | 18:15 | 23 |
| 5 |  Real Sociedad | 11 | 6-1-4 | 20:20 | 19 |
| 6 |  Sevilla | 11 | 5-2-4 | 17:19 | 17 |
| 7 |  Athletic Club | 10 | 4-3-3 | 14:10 | 15 |
| 8 |  Deportivo La Coruña | 11 | 3-5-3 | 15:14 | 14 |
| 9 |  Villarreal | 11 | 3-3-5 | 15:15 | 12 |
| 10 |  Celta Vigo | 11 | 2-6-3 | 10:10 | 12 |
| 11 |  Alavés | 11 | 3-3-5 | 15:17 | 12 |
| 12 |  Rayo Vallecano | 10 | 3-3-4 | 15:20 | 12 |
| 13 |  Getafe | 11 | 3-3-5 | 8:16 | 12 |
| 14 | Espanyol | 11 | 3-2-6 | 13:14 | 11 |
| 15 |  Osasuna | 11 | 3-2-6 | 11:22 | 11 |
| 16 | Racing Santander | 11 | 3-2-6 | 15:29 | 11 |
| 17 |  Elche | 11 | 2-4-5 | 14:18 | 10 |
| 18 |  Levante | 11 | 2-4-5 | 16:21 | 10 |
| 19 |  Valencia | 11 | 2-3-6 | 8:17 | 9 |
| 20 |  Málaga | 11 | 0-5-6 | 8:21 | 5 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Racing Santander vs Espanyol?
Over 2.5 goals (1.70); Racing Santander or draw (1X) (1.43).
Who will win Racing Santander vs Espanyol?
We estimate: Racing Santander win 42%, draw 26%, Espanyol win 32%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 24 October 2026, kick-off: 15:15, venue: El Sardinero, Santander. Referee: Jesús Gil Manzano, Spain.
Who will be missing?
Racing Santander: S. Eriksson. Espanyol: K. Garcia, Jofre. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 58% (odds 1.70); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 42% (odds 2.40).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 62% (odds 1.53).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (11.2%), then 2–1 (8.9%) and 1–0 (8.0%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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