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23 Aug 2026 18:30

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Getafe to win 2.10

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Getafe vs Racing Santander Predictions, Picks & Odds – 23/08/2026

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X2: Double Chance Draw or Racing Santander

4.00 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 22 Aug 2026 at 00:49 · Odds are subject to change

Getafe vs Racing Santander Preview

Getafe sit rock bottom of La Liga after a chastening 3-0 defeat at Alavés on the opening weekend. José Bordalás faces an immediate crisis at full-back: Kiko Femenía serves a red card suspension while Johan Mojica carries over a ban from last season. Juan Berrocal or Davinchi may deputise on the right, and new signing Saba Sazonov could be pressed into action. Striker Enes Ünal came off the bench in that opener and will push for a start.

Racing Santander's long-awaited return to the top flight after 14 years produced a thrilling 2-2 draw against Villarreal, a result that underlined the ambition José Alberto López has instilled. Andrés Martín converted a penalty before Sergio Martínez doubled the lead, and though Villarreal pegged them back, Racing showed real composure. Sergio Canales brings invaluable experience, while goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala and forward Yassir Zabiri have bolstered the squad. They sit fifth and will travel with genuine confidence.

Getafe's defensive problems are compounded by the absence of both recognised full-backs. Kiko Femenía serves a suspension following his red card against Alavés, while Johan Mojica carries over a ban from last season. José Bordalás must improvise at both flanks, likely turning to Juan Berrocal or Davinchi on the right. That level of disruption against a side brimming with momentum makes the double chance covering a draw or away win appealing.

Racing Santander showed real courage on their return to the top flight, racing into a two-goal lead against Villarreal through Andrés Martín's penalty and Sergio Martínez's strike. Although they were pegged back to 2-2, the performance underlined José Alberto López's attacking blueprint. With Sergio Canales providing experience and new arrivals like Julen Agirrezabala settling in, this is a promoted side that will not simply make up the numbers.

The X2 selection at 4.00 for the away win reflects Getafe's structural weaknesses and Racing's early confidence. Under 2.5 goals at 1.40 also warrants attention given Bordalás sides historically grind matches into low-scoring affairs, even when undermanned. Racing need only avoid defeat to maintain their encouraging start, and a patched-up Getafe backline at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez looks vulnerable.

Trends to Know about Getafe vs Racing Santander

• Getafe missing both first-choice full-backs
• Racing scored twice on La Liga return
• Getafe bottom after heavy opening defeat

Getafe's speculated 3-4-2-1 carries less certainty than Racing Santander's well-sourced 4-2-3-1, so the precise shape of José Bordalás's side may yet shift before kickoff. The asymmetry is worth bearing in mind when reading the home XI above.

Should the lineups hold, this fixture pits a compact three-man Getafe defence against Racing's wider, more expansive structure. Sergio Canales operating behind the striker gives the visitors genuine creativity in the final third, while Martin Satriano leads the Getafe attack in what promises to be a tight, attritional contest.

How to Watch Getafe vs Racing Santander Match?

What time is Getafe vs Racing Santander?

Getafe host Racing Santander at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez on Saturday 23 August 2026, kicking off at 18:30 BST.

Where is Getafe vs Racing Santander being played?

This fixture takes place at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez in Getafe, south of Madrid.

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