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Expected score: Racing Ferrol 1-0 Barakaldo
As the Primera División RFEF - Group 1 heats up, Racing Ferrol will host Barakaldo at Estadio Municipal da Malata on September 19, 2026. Both teams have shown glimpses of potential this season, but consistency will be key as they look to climb the league table.
Team form
Racing Ferrol
Racing Ferrol enters this match following a mixed spell of performances, with a recent win against Real Unión (3-2) showcasing their attacking potential. Prior to that victory, they struggled a bit, registering only one win from their last five outings, with three draws and one loss overall. Ferrol's scoring average this season stands at 1.33 goals per game, and remarkably, they have managed to score four goals while conceding four across their three matches to date. On home territory, they will seek to secure three vital points and continue their recent home form.
Barakaldo
Barakaldo, sitting slightly lower in the standings at number 13, has had an uneven start as well with only one win from their matches. Their recent form includes a notable 1-0 victory against Extremadura 1924, but that came amid substantial challenges, including two heavy defeats to CD Coria (1-4) and Portugalete (0-2). This season, they are finding the back of the net infrequently, averaging a mere 0.67 goals per game, while conceding significantly more at 1.33. Their underwhelming goal tally hints towards possible difficulties against a Ferrol side that has been defensively solid at times.
Head-to-head
Looking at head-to-head meetings, the teams have played each other three times in recent history. The most notable matches include a 2-1 victory for Barakaldo in November 2025 at home and the most recent encounter in March 2026, which ended in a goalless draw. Prior to that, Racing Ferrol had won 2-1 in a December 2024 clash. These encounters indicate a competitive rivalry, with Barakaldo possibly holding a slight psychological edge given their recent win.
Key factors
One of the crucial aspects of this matchup will be the ability of both defenses to contain the opposing forwards. Racing Ferrol tends to hold a tactical advantage at home, coupled with their attacking prowess, which could exploit Barakaldo's defensive frailties. The race for midfield control will also be fundamental, with both sides aiming to dictate the pace of play to create goal-scoring opportunities. Factors like set-pieces and ball retention percentage could heavily influence the final outcome.
Prediction
Given Racing Ferrol's stronger recent performance and capability to score more goals while maintaining comparable defensive stability, they are viewed as the favorites in this matchup. Barakaldo, on the other hand, faces uncertainties offensively and may find it challenging to keep up. The expected scoreline seems to point towards Racing Ferrol securing the victory with a narrow margin, factoring in the overall league trends and both teams' historical clashes.
In this fixture, it is predicted that Racing Ferrol will likely obtain victory over Barakaldo. Fans can expect a closely fought match, but the home side is favored to take all three points.
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Stadium
Estadio Municipal da Malata, Ferrol
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Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 | |
| 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | |
| 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | |
| 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | |
| 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| 9 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | |
| 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
| 11 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |
| 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |
| 13 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | |
| 14 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
| 15 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
| 16 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | |
| 17 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | |
| 18 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | |
| 19 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| 20 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
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