Racing vs Elche prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on August 28, 2026
In the Matchweek 3 of Spain's La Liga, Racing and Elche will face off on August 28, 2026. Both teams are eager to achieve success in Santander.
Racing vs Elche: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Santander was relegated from La Liga in 2012 and spent quite some time at the third tier. Last season proved to be a breakthrough, as they unexpectedly won the Segunda. Finally returning to the country's top flight, they led Villarreal 2-0, but settled for a draw. In the match against Getafe, they had a chance to equalize but missed a penalty in the second half.
The team from Alicante province returned after a shorter stay in the second division. To begin with, they won a tough relegation battle—finishing with 43 points, just one more than Mallorca, who dropped to the Segunda. In the first round of the new season against Deportivo, both teams scored and shared the points. Then, against Barcelona, things went completely wrong, suffering a crushing 0-5 defeat.
The newly promoted side deservedly won the Segunda last spring—averaging 2.14 goals scored per game, though they also conceded quite a few at 1.45 per match. Last season, the visitors, fighting for survival, averaged 1.29 goals scored and conceded precisely 1.5 per game.
Previous Meetings: Racing vs Elche
Racing won twice in the last three head-to-head matches, with a heavy away loss sandwiched in between.
The hosts are considered favorites here, though not overwhelming ones. However, the visitors have their strengths—we believe they won't lose on the road (odds – 1.70).
Racing vs Elche: Key Stats and Trends
- Racing have lost two of their last three matches
- Elche suffered their first defeat in six games
Racing vs Elche: Probable Starting Lineups
Racing play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Aguirrezabala - Salinas, Ramon, Hernando, Mantilla - Puerta, Montero - Vicente, Canales, Martin - Villalibre
Elche play in a 1-5-4-1 formation (probable lineup): Dituro - Valera, Sangare, Chust, Redondo, Affengruber - Jori, Aguado, Villar, Morente - Niño
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team’s performance in the La Liga standings
