Racing Santander – Real Madrid

Recent form · Written before the match

The documented results show an inconsistent Racing: a 0-2 defeat at Osasuna on October 18, a 2-2 draw against Valencia on October 11, 0-5 defeats at Celta on September 19 and 2-7 at Barcelona on September 16, followed by a 2-1 victory against Alavés on September 12. Real Madrid beat Sevilla 4-1 on October 18, Villarreal 1-0 on October 10, Elche 3-2 on September 15, and Rayo Vallecano 4-1 on September 12, with a 1-2 defeat at Atlético on September 20.

These records are partial and do not necessarily constitute the strict last five matches. The cached xG metrics are not retained, as their provider and methodology are not documented.

Head-to-head · Written before the match

No recent verifiable score between Racing Santander and Real Madrid is provided in the pages consulted. This does not allow us to conclude that there is no historical record of encounters.

Even a precedent found would have limited significance without verified continuity of the coaches, squads, and competitive context.

Absences and returns

Absentees, suspended players, starting goalkeepers, and uncertain starters cannot be verified for this match. On October 23, José Alberto stated that he had the entire first-team squad available to prepare for Espanyol, but this does not confirm availability on November 1.

On October 10, Eriksson was still recovering and Andrés had returned; this information does not allow any conclusion to be drawn for the match under review.

Context & news

The scenario favorable to Real Madrid is based on their superior league position, their recent attacking results, and a structure observed in a 4-2-3-1 against Sevilla, with Mbappé, Bellingham, Arda Güler, and Valverde. Racing’s turnovers while moving forward could then open up space and facilitate occupation of the penalty area.

The opposing scenario is based on Racing’s home form, a compact block, quick build-ups, and set pieces, with safer management of transitions as an objective expressed by José Alberto. The schedule adds uncertainty: Racing were due to play Espanyol on October 24 and then Ribadesella in the Copa del Rey on October 29, while Real Madrid were due to travel to Barcelona on October 25 before facing AEK Athens on November 4; squad management remains possible but unconfirmed.

After nine matchdays, the standings placed Racing 17th with 8 points and Real Madrid 3rd with 21 points, a situation that could change before the match.

Lineups and squad

No official lineup, squad call-up, or press conference specific to the match has been announced. Racing hosts Real Madrid in Liga EA Sports, Matchday 11, on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 15:15 UTC, i.e. 16:15 local time, at Campos de Sport de El Sardinero.