Racing Santander vs Alaves

Racing Santander come into this on the back of a mixed run of form, having taken 7 points from their last 5 matches. Averaging 2.2 goals scored per game, Racing Santander's attack has misfired rarely; at the other end, 1.8 goals per game have gone in.

For Alaves, the picture is quite different. The numbers tell a clear story for Alaves: 4 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses in their last 5 outings, worth 13 points — an excellent return. In front of goal, Alaves have been clinical and ruthless, netting 13 times while conceding 3. In recent encounters between these sides, the results have been fairly evenly split, with 1 home wins, 1 away wins and 3 draws. With 10 goals in 5 games (2.0 per match), the fixture has tended to be more measured.

Expect attacking ambition here: both sides have regularly found the net, and each will back themselves to outscore the other. It could take several goals to settle this fixture. As the stronger side on paper, Alaves will want to dictate proceedings. However, Racing Santander will be well aware of the threat they pose and may look to frustrate and hit on the break.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the data suggesting a draw (25%) is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 2-3 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence here is modest at 45%, reflecting just how hard this fixture is to call. All eyes turn to the La Liga when this one gets under way.