On January 15, 2026, football clubs Barcelona and Racing Santander will meet in the 1/8 finals of the Spanish Cup at the El Sardiner stadium.
Before the Match
Both teams are demonstrating high performance in their leagues. Racing is the leader of Segunda with a clear goal to return to Primera after a 14-year break, while Barcelona leads the Primera league table.
Head Coaches' Expectations
Racing's coach Jose Alberto Lopez is optimistic: "The chances are always 50/50. We will field the most combat-ready lineup". Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick emphasized: "We need to be ready from the first minute".
Confrontation Statistics
In the history of the last 17 head-to-head meetings, Barcelona has won 14 times, with three matches ending in a draw. The last meeting occurred on March 11, 2012, with a victory for the Catalan team.
Interesting Facts
Racing recently achieved a surprising victory over Villarreal in the Spanish Cup, adding intrigue to the upcoming match.
