Racing Santander - Elche

Racing Santander and Elche meet at Estadio El Sardinero on 28 August 2026 for matchday 3 of the LaLiga campaign. Both sides arrive at this encounter searching for their first victory of the season after difficult starts. Racing Santander opened their account with a draw against Villarreal before falling to a narrow defeat at Getafe. Meanwhile, Elche face a significant test of character following a heavy loss against Barcelona, having previously secured a point in their stalemate with Deportivo de A Coruna.

The expected XI for the hosts features Asier Villalibre and Inigo Vicente in attack, while Elche look to Fer Nino and Tete Morente to provide a response. Their recent history in the second tier suggests a competitive edge, highlighted by Racing Santander’s 2-0 victory in March 2025. With both teams eager to move up the table, this clash offers a pivotal opportunity to establish momentum early in the season.