12 April 2026 at 19:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Racing Santander
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Away Record: Almeria
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Racing Santander defeated Almeria 5:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2025. Goals were scored by A. Embarba 12′, A. Martin 21′, I. Vicente 28′, A. Villalibre 79′, P. Canales 82′, M. Sangalli 88′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Racing Santander had 57% possession while Almeria held 43%. Racing Santander had 26 shots (13 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Almeria. Expected goals: Racing Santander 3.98 — Almeria 0.51. Racing Santander made 5 substitutions, Almeria made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Santander and Almeria — 6 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Luna
assist: Manu
assist: A. Martin
assist: I. Vicente
assist: M. Sangalli
assist: P. Canales
Match Statistics
Racing Santander had 57% possession against Almeria's 43%. Racing Santander registered 26 shots (13 on target) while Almeria managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–1. Fouls committed: 15–13.
Lineups
Racing Santander lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jose Lopez, while Almeria deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Joan Rubi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Racing Santander is 6.85, compared to 6.93 for Almeria. 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 I. Vicente (7.56), while Almeria's best-rated player is S. Arribas (7.44).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Racing Santander have contributed 45 goals and 38 assists this season, led by A. Martin (19G). Almeria's starters account for 49 goals and 32 assists, spearheaded by S. Arribas (21G). 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 6.68 on average, against Almeria's 4-man backline averaging 6.72. 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 7.09, versus Almeria's 5 rated 7.03. 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 6.84, compared to 1 for Almeria averaging 6.97. 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 80% for Racing Santander and 80% for Almeria. 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 50 yellow cards this season, compared to 55 for Almeria. 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 23.5 (youngest: S. Eriksson (19), oldest: Manu (27)), while Almeria average 27.7 (youngest: M. Luna (22), oldest: A. Fernandez (39)). 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 23 league appearances each, versus 27 for Almeria. 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
Coach: Jose Lopez
Substitutes
Coach: Joan Rubi
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Racing Santander have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Almeria show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Racing Santander
Almeria
Racing Santander vs Almeria Head to Head Results
Racing Santander and Almeria have met 1 times — Racing Santander won 1, Almeria 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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Racing Santander
0
Drawn
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Almeria
Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 17 Apr 2026