Racing Santander vs Barcelona

Racing Santander hosts FC Barcelona in the Copa del Rey on Thursday, a classic cup tie that pits the Segunda División side against the La Liga giants. The visitors are heavily favored to progress, with average moneyline odds of 1.25 reflecting their status as overwhelming favorites. For Racing, the home fixture at El Sardinero represents a significant opportunity to cause an upset, with their win odds averaging 8.42, while a draw after 90 minutes is priced at 5.95.

Barcelona will be expected to control possession and dictate the tempo, but cup competitions often produce unpredictable moments. Racing’s approach will likely focus on defensive organization and seeking opportunities from set-pieces or counter-attacks. The substantial disparity in the odds underscores the challenge facing the hosts, but the one-off nature of the knockout stage means Barcelona cannot afford any complacency as they aim to secure a place in the next round.