Preview: Racing Santander vs Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups

[(Racing de Santander) Strength]:
1. Racing de Santander's determination to advance is unquestionable in this match.
2. Racing de Santander defeated La Liga powerhouses Villarreal CF 2-1 at home in the Copa Del Rey, demonstrating their strength.

[(Racing de Santander) Weakness]:
1. Racing de Santander lost 3-2 to Real Zaragoza in their last match, extending their winless streak to three games.
2. In their last five matches, Racing de Santander scored 7 goals but conceded 7, showing imbalance in both attack and defense.
3. Racing de Santander are not supported by the AH line in this match, putting them in a passive position.

[(FC Barcelona) Strength]:
1. FC Barcelona are also giving their all to secure advancement, showing strong determination.
2. FC Barcelona secured a 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana, lifting the trophy and boosting morale.
3. FC Barcelona won all of their last four away matches, showcasing excellent performance on the road.
4. In their last five matches, FC Barcelona scored 14 goals and conceded only 2, demonstrating solid performance in both attack and defense.

[(FC Barcelona) Neutral]:
1. The two teams have not faced each other for 13 years, making this match a true encounter.

[Tips]:
Racing de Santander's form has been consistently poor recently.

After losing 3-2 to Real Zaragoza in the last league match, the team failed to win in three consecutive games, clearly struggling overall.

Both in terms of offensive efficiency and defensive organization, Racing de Santander exposed numerous issues, particularly finding it difficult to maintain a stable rhythm when facing stronger opponents.

In contrast, FC Barcelona demonstrated formidable dominance away from home, winning all of their last four away matches, showcasing excellent performance on the road.

The team operate at a high level in both attack and defense, with the forward line displaying fluid coordination and diverse scoring options, while the defensive line has repeatedly neutralized threats through solid teamwork and individual ability.

Considering all factors, Barcelona are undoubtedly the more favored side in this match, and they are expected to extend their winning streak away from home.

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