Rayo Vallecano host Racing Santander at Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday 5 September 2026 (18:30 CEST). Isi Palazón and Álvaro García lead Rayo after a 1–3 defeat at Camp Nou in Jornada 3; Racing travel from Cantabria seeking their first away points of Jornada 4.
Rayo Vallecano: team news & Jornada 3 form
Rayo's organised press and direct transitions test visitors weekly at Vallecas. Palazón takes set pieces; home form is essential after the Barcelona setback in Jornada 3.
Rayo Vallecano Predicted Starting XI & Lineup · 4-3-3
Official lineups confirmed 1 hour before kick-off.
Racing Santander: team news & Jornada 3 form
Racing Santander carry promotion momentum with a compact defensive block and pace on the counter. Away at Vallecas is a step up, but Racing's Jornada 2 experience at Elche showed they can compete.
Tactical battle
Rayo's man-orientated press vs Racing's direct transitions — Palazón vs Racing's full-backs shapes the wide battle.
Prediction & fantasy picks
- Isi Palazón (Rayo, MID): set pieces and creativity at home.
- Álvaro García (Rayo, FWD): primary goal threat.
- Predictor: Rayo Vallecano 2–1 Racing Santander.
Prediction
Rayo bounce back at Vallecas. Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 2–1 Racing Santander.