Match Summary
Albacete defeated Racing Santander 4:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2025. Goals were scored by J. Betancor 3′, A. Puertas 6′, A. Rubio 69′, A. Rubio 82′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Racing Santander had 67% possession while Albacete held 33%. Racing Santander had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Albacete. Racing Santander made 5 substitutions, Albacete made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Santander and Albacete — 4 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Puertas
assist: V. San Bartolome
assist: Jogo
Match Statistics
Racing Santander had 67% possession against Albacete's 33%. Racing Santander registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Albacete managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 12–12.
Lineups
Racing Santander lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jose Lopez, while Albacete deployed a 5-3-2 under Alberto Gonzalez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Racing Santander is 6.83, compared to 6.81 for Albacete. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Racing Santander's highest-rated starter is G. Puerta (7.08), while Albacete's best-rated player is R. Lizoain (7.42).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Racing Santander have contributed 11 goals and 15 assists this season, led by P. Canales (4G). Albacete's starters account for 13 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by A. Puertas (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Racing Santander deploy 4 defenders rated 6.71 on average, against Albacete's 5-man backline averaging 6.65. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Racing Santander field 5 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Albacete's 3 rated 6.86. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Racing Santander start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Albacete averaging 6.71. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 44% for Racing Santander and —% for Albacete. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Racing Santander's starters have collected 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Albacete. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Racing Santander's starting XI is 23.4 (youngest: J. Salinas (18), oldest: M. Sangalli (33)), while Albacete average 27.9 (youngest: D. Bernabeu (18), oldest: R. Lizoain (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Racing Santander's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 18 for Albacete. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Racing Santander have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Albacete show 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Racing Santander and Albacete have met 1 times — Racing Santander won 1, Albacete won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Racing Santander leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026