Barcelona 7 - 2 FT Racing Santander
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Futmetrix Verdict
52
FT
Thu, Oct 22
Bournemouth
3-0
AC Milan
⚡ Intensity
75
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
3
🎲 Upset
0
Two penalties, one red card, total control
Futmetrix Verdict
26
FT
Thu, Oct 22
Sturm Graz
1-0
Marseille
⚡ Intensity
22
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
11
🎲 Upset
60
Diakité struck; Marseille never answered
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
8' João Cancelo (Lamine Yamal)
Pedro Felipe 22'
25' Raphinha
M. Gueye (Asier Villalibre) 30'
36' Asier Villalibre
42' Raphinha (Dani Olmo)
45' Lamine Yamal
45' ↓ Joan García ↑W. Szczęsny
45'+5 Lamine Yamal
HT
↓ Asier Villalibre ↑Iñigo Vicente 59'
↓ Pedro Felipe ↑Iker Luque 59'
↓ Juan Carlos Arana ↑M. Zabiri 59'
60' K. Adeyemi
M. Zabiri 60'
61' ↓ Pedri ↑Gavi
61' ↓ Rodri ↑Marc Bernal
M. Zabiri 65'
67' Raphinha
69' João Cancelo
69' ↓ Raphinha ↑Gabriel Jesus
↓ Íñigo Sainz-Maza ↑G. Guliashvili 78'
78' ↓ João Cancelo ↑Alejandro Balde
79' Gabriel Jesus (Lamine Yamal)
↓ Facundo González ↑Jorge Salinas 86'
89' Lamine Yamal (K. Adeyemi)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Barcelona
Goalkeepers
Joan García 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
45
Minutes
Defenders
Eric García 
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
88
Passes
3
Duels
Andreas Christensen 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Gerard Martín 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Cancelo 
TRANSFORMER
1
Goals
1
Goals
2
Aerials Won
0
Tackles
Midfielders
Forwards
Lamine Yamal 
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
9.0
Rating
Raphinha 
HAT-TRICK HERO
3
Goals
3
Goals
4
On Target
8.2
Rating
Karim Adeyemi 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
36%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Wojciech Szczęsny
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
45
Minutes
Dominik Livaković
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jules Koundé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Balde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pau Cubarsí
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
X. Espart
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gavi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Bernal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fermín López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Jesus 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Anthony Gordon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Abdelkarim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Racing Santander
Goalkeepers
Julen Agirrezabala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Manu Hernando 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
45%
Duel Win %
Pedro Felipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Facundo González 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.7
Rating
5.7
Rating
1
Duels Lost
22
Poss Lost
Aarón Martín 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Matteo Prati
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Canales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maguette Gueye 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Íñigo Sainz-Maza
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Forwards
Asier Villalibre 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
6.1
Rating
Juan Carlos Arana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
BENCH
Laro Gómez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Álvaro Mantilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Salinas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Ramón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jeanuël Belocian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iván Martín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Guliashvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohamed Yassir Zabiri
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Iñigo Vicente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iker Luque
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | Racing Santander | 0 - 2 | Barcelona | Copa del Rey | Estadio El Sardinero |
| 03/11/2012 | Racing Santander | 0 - 2 | Barcelona | La Liga | Campos de Sport de El Sardinero (Santander) |
| 10/15/2011 | Barcelona | 3 - 0 | Racing Santander | La Liga | Camp Nou (Barcelona) |
| 01/22/2011 | Barcelona | 3 - 0 | Racing Santander | La Liga | Camp Nou (Barcelona) |
| 08/29/2010 | Racing Santander | 0 - 3 | Barcelona | La Liga | Campos de Sport de El Sardinero (Santander) |
01/15/2026
03/11/2012
10/15/2011
01/22/2011
08/29/2010
Barcelona Win
Racing Santander Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +17
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -7
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -8
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +30
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +14
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 9 GD: +3
P: 9 GD: +3
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: -8
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -6
P: 9 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -12
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -6
P: 9 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Barcelona
Racing Santander
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Racing Santander
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Camp Nou Witnesses a Nine-Goal Masterclass
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 77/100. An absolute attacking clinic from the league leaders proved exactly why they are setting the gold standard in La Liga this season.
The Early Siege
Barcelona established their absolute authority the very moment the match began. They dominated possession, holding the ball for a suffocating 69% of the contest and forcing Racing Santander desperately deep into their own defensive third. The Intensity of the hosts was completely off the charts. Robert Lewandowski spearheaded a relentless high press, entirely suffocating the visitors before they could even think about crossing the halfway line to find relief. Wave after wave of intricate attacks pinned the opposition back against their own goalposts. This sustained, overwhelming pressure resulted in a staggering 18 corners over the course of the ninety minutes. The away side simply could not find a single moment to breathe in front of a raucous crowd. It was a tactical strangulation.
The Floodgates Open
Any faint hopes of defensive resilience from the visitors quickly dissolved under the sheer weight of attacking numbers. The hosts unleashed an incredible barrage of 30 total shots, effectively turning the penalty area into a high-speed shooting gallery. The Balance of play was heavily and unforgivably skewed from start to finish. The visitors managed just five isolated attempts in response to this overwhelming attacking siege. Juan Carlos Arana tried valiantly to provide a lone outlet for the struggling visitors, but the required midfield service was entirely non-existent. The sheer volume of premium chances created by the home side made a historic blowout completely inevitable. Every single time they moved forward, they looked like scoring. It was a ruthless, methodical dissection of a helpless defensive unit.
Top of the Pile
This emphatic result sends a massive, undeniable warning to the rest of the league's hopefuls. With the Stakes incredibly high at the top of the table, the home side confidently extended their flawless start to the domestic campaign. Any pre-match whispers of a potential Upset Factor vanished almost instantly upon kickoff. The visitors remain stranded squarely in the middle of the pack, left licking their wounds after receiving a brutal, unforgettable reality check on the grandest stage. This was a true statement performance from a squad that currently looks destined to run away with the championship. They did not just secure three points; they entirely humiliated their opposition. If this ruthless form continues, the title race might become a one-horse procession.
Key Questions
What caused the 9-goal thriller?
Barcelona's relentless attacking pressure, generating 30 shots and 18 corners, completely overwhelmed Racing Santander's defensive structure from the very first whistle.
What does this mean for Barcelona's season?
This resounding victory cements their place at the top of La Liga, extending their flawless start and sending a massive statement to their title rivals.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Flawless Barcelona Look to Extend Early Title Charge
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. An overwhelming attacking mismatch leaves Racing Santander praying for a miracle as they face the red-hot league leaders.
The Setup
The Camp Nou hosts what threatens to be a one-sided affair this September. Barcelona have exploded out of the blocks, winning all four of their opening fixtures while plundering a staggering 17 goals. Our Form metrics are off the charts for the hosts, signaling severe danger for Racing Santander. The visitors have had a stuttering start and sit mid-table with just one win. Because of the vast difference in squad quality, the Balance rating reflects a heavily lopsided encounter. The Stakes remain significant as Barcelona lay down an early marker in the title race, relying on a dominant Stars rating that outclasses their opponents in every department.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Raphinha against the beleaguered away defence. The Brazilian forward is in the form of his life, tearing down the flanks and punishing defensive errors with ruthless efficiency. For Racing, survival depends entirely on Yassir Zabiri. If the visitors manage to counter-attack against a high defensive line, Zabiri must convert his half-chances to offer any resistance.
Our Prediction
Expect complete control from the hosts. Barcelona will dictate the tempo, pin Racing deep in their own half, and steadily dismantle their defensive structure. A comfortable, multi-goal victory for the league leaders is the most logical outcome, with the visitors struggling to escape their own penalty area.