Our Racing Santander vs Real Madrid prediction is a Real Madrid win. The La Liga game kicks off at 18:15 EAT on Sunday, 1 November 2026, at El Sardinero. Jose Mourinho’s side come in high on confidence after winning the Clasico, although they will be without the suspended Vinicius Jr and Federico Valverde is a major doubt.
Racing Santander vs Real Madrid Prediction: Match Facts
- Competition: La Liga, matchday 11
- Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Kick-off: 18:15 EAT (16:15 in Spain)
- Venue: El Sardinero, Santander
- Real Madrid: 3rd before this round with 24 points from 10 games
- Racing Santander: newly promoted, in the lower half of the table
Form Guide
Real Madrid
Real Madrid are in strong form. Their last league game was a 2-1 win over Barcelona at Camp Nou, with Kylian Mbappe scoring both goals. That result cut the gap to Barcelona and gave the squad a huge lift. Read our full report: Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid. Barcelona responded with a 6-1 win over Alaves on Saturday, so Madrid know they need three points here to keep pace.
Racing Santander
Racing are back in La Liga this season and have found the step up difficult, with more defeats than wins so far. They did, however, pick up a home league win in their most recent outing, and they will be backed by a full and noisy El Sardinero for the visit of the biggest club in Spain.
Team News
Real Madrid
Vinicius Jr is suspended for this league game, which removes one of Madrid’s main attacking weapons. Captain Federico Valverde picked up an injury in the Clasico and is not expected to start, with some reports saying he has been left out of the squad entirely. On a positive note, Thibaut Courtois is reported to be back after illness and Eder Militao is reported to have returned from injury, which strengthens the defence.
Racing Santander
There is little confirmed injury news from the Racing camp ahead of the game. Expect the hosts to set up compactly and look to frustrate Madrid early.
Player to Watch: Kylian Mbappe
With Vinicius out, even more of Madrid’s attacking play will run through Mbappe. His two goals at Camp Nou showed he is at his sharpest in big moments, and against a promoted side that is likely to defend deep, his movement in behind and his finishing in tight spaces could be the difference. If Racing can keep him quiet, they have a real chance of a famous result.
What Mourinho Said
Mourinho spoke respectfully about Racing before the game, describing them as a team with a clear identity and predicting a difficult afternoon. He also stressed that the Clasico win only means something if Madrid follow it with another victory, and he admitted that a run of away matches in a busy schedule is a concern. He said he has no fixed starting eleven and wants Vinicius back as soon as possible.
Prediction and Betting Tips
Real Madrid should have too much quality for Racing, even without Vinicius and probably without Valverde. Here is why we lean towards the away side:
- Madrid are coming off a big Clasico win and have momentum.
- Mbappe is in excellent form and is the main man in Vinicius’ absence.
- Racing have struggled for results since promotion.
- The return of Courtois and Militao adds stability at the back.
The risks are fatigue and complacency. Madrid have a heavy run of away games, and promoted sides at home often raise their level for this fixture.
Our pick: Real Madrid to win. If you want a bigger price, Mbappe to score at any time is the natural secondary option. As always, no tip is guaranteed, so stake responsibly.
See the full data and odds on our Racing Santander vs Real Madrid predictions page, and browse more games on the JetBet predictions page. Fixture details are also on the official LaLiga website.
FAQ
What time is Racing Santander vs Real Madrid in Kenya?
The game kicks off at 18:15 EAT on Sunday, 1 November 2026, at El Sardinero.
Is Vinicius Jr playing against Racing Santander?
No. Vinicius Jr is suspended for this La Liga match.
Is Valverde injured for Real Madrid?
Federico Valverde was hurt in the Clasico and is not expected to start, with some reports saying he will miss the game completely.
Who is the Real Madrid manager?
Jose Mourinho is the Real Madrid manager.
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