La Liga Getafe 23 Aug 2026 18:30 Racing Santander Prediction: Getafe to win 2.10 View Odds > Pick your prediction GetafeDraw Racing Santander Getafe vs Racing Santander Prediction & Betting Tips – 23/08/2026 23 Aug 2026 Coliseum Alfonso Pérez Louis HecqRacing Santander return to La Liga football at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez on 23 August, facing a Getafe side rooted to the bottom of the table after just one round of fixtures. This early-season clash carries real weight for both clubs. Getafe, battered three-nil by Alavés on the opening weekend, desperately need a response. Racing, back in the top flight after a fourteen-year exile, arrived with a spirited two-all draw against Villarreal and will fancy their chances against wounded hosts missing key defensive personnel through suspension. Our prediction X2: Double Chance Draw or Racing Santander 4.00 on Betfred · Confidence Medium Odds recorded on 21 Aug 2026 at 20:31 · Odds are subject to change Recommended Bets BetfredWilliam HillSmarkets Getafe to win2.102.102.26BTTS Yes2.252.25· Odds recorded on 21 Aug 2026 at 20:31 · Odds are subject to changeMatch AnalysisRacing Santander arrive as the analytical favorite at 4.00, backed by genuine attacking momentum after holding Villarreal to a 2-2 draw on debut. Andrés Martín's prolific form and Sergio Canales's creativity give this newly-promoted side real top-flight teeth.23 goals+assists for Andrés Martín in 2025/26 makes him a constant threat against depleted defences.Racing scored twice at Villarreal on opening day, proving they can hurt established La Liga backlines.Racing's 2.14 goals scored per game last season dwarfs Getafe's 0.84, underlining a clear attacking edge.Sergio Canales adds top-flight experience and creativity in midfield, a luxury few promoted sides possess.Getafe enter this fixture severely undermined, priced at 2.10 with odds implying only a 48% win probability. A 3-0 opening-day hammering by Alaves, combined with a makeshift defensive shape, leaves the hosts deeply vulnerable at home.Both first-choice full-backs absent: Femenía suspended (red card) and Mojica suspended (carried over).Getafe's 3-0 defeat to Alaves on matchday one signals defensive fragility and a crisis of confidence.Arambarri and Nyom also sidelined, thinning midfield depth and forcing a speculative 3-4-2-1 shape.Key point: With Getafe's attack averaging under one goal per game last season, the draw double chance covering Racing is reinforced by a low-scoring home side under structural duress. Form & Statistics: Getafe vs Racing Santander Getafe Recent form WLWDL Wins2/5 (40%) Draws1/5 (20%) Losses2/5 (40%) Season statistics (5) 2.2Total goals 35%Both teams score 1.1Goals scored 1.1Goals conceded Racing Santander Recent form D Wins0/1 (0%) Draws1/1 (100%) Losses0/1 (0%) Season statistics (1) 3.5Total goals 70%Both teams score 2Goals scored 1.5Goals conceded Probable lineup Lineups: Getafe vs Racing Santander Getafe3-4-2-1Starters1 David Soria2 Juan Berrocal Gonzalez3 Abdelkabir Abqar4 Zaid Romero5 Andres Garcia6 Davinchi7 Djene Dakonam8 Orel Mangala9 Ramon Terrats10 Mario Martin11 Martin SatrianoAbsentAllan Nyom (injury)Mauro Arambarri (injury)Christantus Uche (injury)Chrisantus Uche (Severe right knee injury (multiple ligament and meniscus tears), out for entire 2026/27 season.)Juanmi (Knee injury.)Kiko Femenía (Suspended (red card in La Liga opener vs Alaves).)Johan Mojica (Suspended (carrying over from last season).)Racing Santander4-2-3-1Starters1 Julen Agirrezabala2 Álvaro Mantilla3 Pablo Ramón4 Pedro Felipe5 Jorge Salinas6 Gustavo Puerta7 Sergio Martínez8 Andrés Martín9 Sergio Canales10 Iñigo Vicente11 Asier VillalibreBenchFacu GonzálezCarlos SánchezAndrés VallecilloSimon ErikssonDiego DíazYassir ZabiriHugo MartínJorge CastellanosMaguette GueyeJuan Carlos AranaÍñigo Sainz-MazaManu HernandoAbsentGiorgi Guliashvili (Injury (not training, unavailable for opener).) Low confidenceGetafe's speculated 3-4-2-1 carries less certainty than Racing Santander's well-sourced 4-2-3-1, so the home side's shape should be treated with some caution ahead of kickoff. That said, the compact three-man backline suggests José Bordalás's familiar defensive pragmatism remains the blueprint at the Coliseum.For Racing, Sergio Canales operating behind Asier Villalibre in the number ten role gives Iñigo Arregui's side genuine creative threat on the break. The midfield pairing of Gustavo Puerta and Sergio Martínez will be tasked with screening a Getafe press that, whatever the final XI, is unlikely to be gentle. Odds comparison BetfredWilliam HillSmarketsMatchbookCoralLadbrokes Getafe to win2.102.102.262.262.802.80Draw3.002.903.003.001.911.91Racing Santander to win4.003.904.304.304.404.40Under 2.5·1.40··1.401.40BTTS Yes2.252.25·2.422.302.25 Odds recorded on 21 Aug 2026 at 20:31 · Odds are subject to changeOur VerdictThe draw or away double chance represents the strongest value here. Getafe are without both full-backs: Kiko Femenía through suspension and Johan Mojica carrying a ban from last season. That defensive disruption, compounded by their 3-0 hammering at Alavés, leaves José Bordalás short of solutions. Racing showed real quality taking a two-goal lead against Villarreal on opening day, and their attacking intent under José Alberto López should trouble a weakened backline. The draw at 3.00 offers solid standalone value, while the away win at 4.00 merits consideration as a speculative pick.Competition: La LigaStage: Regular Season, 2Date: 23 Aug 2026Time: 18:30 BSTStadium: Coliseum Alfonso PérezFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the best bet for Getafe vs Racing Santander?The double chance covering Racing Santander or a draw represents the most compelling wager here. Getafe arrive without both full-backs, having shipped three goals on opening day, whilst Racing Santander bring genuine momentum and quality through Andrés Martín and Sergio Canales. With confidence at 58%, the 4.00 reflects a side well capable of taking something from this fixture.What time does Getafe vs Racing Santander kick off?This La Liga fixture kicks off at 17:30 UTC on Sunday, 23rd August 2026. The match takes place at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez in Getafe, the established home ground of the Madrid-based side. Do check your local time zone to ensure you do not miss the opening whistle.Where can I watch Getafe vs Racing Santander on TV?Broadcast arrangements for La Liga fixtures vary depending on your territory. In Spain, matches are typically covered by DAZN and Movistar Plus. UK viewers should consult LaLigaTV via Premier Sports. Supporters elsewhere are advised to check their local listings, as rights holders differ significantly from country to country.What is Getafe's recent record against Racing Santander?The all-time head-to-head record between these two sides stands at seven wins for Getafe, six draws, and three victories for Racing Santander, making it a remarkably level rivalry across history. Crucially, there is no recent La Liga meeting between the pair, as Racing have been absent from the top flight for some 14 years.The post Getafe vs Racing Santander Prediction & Betting Tips – 23/08/2026 appeared first on The Football Faithful.