Mirandés vs Racing Santander Predictions

Mirandés, projected to be in the lower mid-table with around 38 points from 31 matches, come off a projected 1-1 draw against Real Zaragoza (March 15, 2025), aiming to bolster their survival hopes with a rare home win. Racing Santander, likely in the top six with approximately 52 points from 31 matches, arrive after a projected 2-1 victory over Sporting Gijón (March 16, 2025), seeking to solidify their promotion push. This preview analyzes team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to predict the outcome of this pivotal matchup.

Team Form & Recent Performances

Mirandés

• 2024/25 Record (Projected): 10W, 8D, 13L in La Liga 2 (38 points, 14th); 4W, 2D, 3L in Copa del Rey and friendlies

• Latest Results: 1-1 draw vs. Real Zaragoza (La Liga 2, March 15, 2025); 2-0 loss vs. Tenerife (La Liga 2, March 8, 2025)

• Home Form: 6W, 4D, 5L (18 goals scored, 16 conceded in La Liga 2)
  Mirandés have been inconsistent at home, projected to win just two of their last five matches across all competitions under Alessio Lisci. They average 1.20 goals scored and 1.07 conceded per game at Anduva, reflecting a modest attack and a defense that struggles against stronger sides. Their recent draw against Zaragoza shows resilience, but they’ll need to sharpen their edge to upset a Racing Santander team in fine form.

Racing Santander

• 2024/25 Record (Projected): 15W, 7D, 9L in La Liga 2 (52 points, 4th); 5W, 2D, 3L in Copa del Rey and friendlies

• Latest Results: 2-1 win vs. Sporting Gijón (La Liga 2, March 16, 2025); 1-0 win vs. Levante (La Liga 2, March 9, 2025)

• Away Form: 7W, 3D, 5L (20 goals scored, 18 conceded in La Liga 2)
  Racing Santander have been a force on the road, projected to win four of their last five matches across all competitions under José Alberto López. They average 1.33 goals scored and 1.20 conceded per game away, showcasing a balanced attack led by Andrés Martín and a defense that holds firm against mid-table opposition. Their recent victories signal a team peaking for the playoff push, poised to challenge Mirandés’ home resolve.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Racing Santander 8W, Mirandés 6W, 5D (19 meetings since 2005)

• Recent Meeting: November 30, 2024: Racing Santander 2-1 Mirandés (La Liga 2)

• Key Trend: Racing Santander have won 3 of the last 4 H2Hs; 60% of recent meetings saw over 2.5 goals
  Racing Santander have edged recent encounters, with their 2-1 victory in November 2024 at El Sardinero driven by goals from Andrés Martín and Juan Carlos Arana. Matches average 2.50 goals in the last 10 meetings, with Mirandés’ last home win over Racing being a 2-0 result in January 2023. The trend of high-scoring games and Racing’s recent dominance suggest a challenging night for the hosts, though Anduva’s tight confines could level the playing field.

Key Players to Watch

Mirandés

• Javier Martón (FWD): 6 goals, 3 assists in La Liga 2; young striker with finishing flair.

• Ilyas Chaira (MID): 4 goals, 4 assists in La Liga 2; dynamic winger driving the attack.

• Ramón Juan (GK): 6 clean sheets in La Liga 2; key to defensive hopes.

Racing Santander

• Andrés Martín (FWD): 8 goals, 4 assists in La Liga 2; clinical finisher in top form.

• Iñigo Vicente (MID): 5 goals, 5 assists in La Liga 2; creative playmaker with flair.

• Jokin Ezkieta (GK): 7 clean sheets in La Liga 2; steady under pressure.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Mirandés’ 4-2-3-1 (1.16 goals per game in La Liga 2) relies on Martón’s finishing and Chaira’s pace, likely holding 48% possession at home to exploit Racing’s defense (1.06 goals conceded per game) with quick transitions. Injuries to Mathis Lachuer (doubtful, knock) may see Álvaro Sanz step up. Racing Santander’s 4-2-3-1 (1.45 goals per game in La Liga 2) hinges on Martín’s poaching and Vicente’s vision, aiming for 52% possession to control the tempo, with no major injuries reported. The 5,700 fans at Anduva will rally Mirandés, suggesting a tight match where Racing’s superior form and attacking depth could edge out Mirandés’ home resilience, though a low-scoring affair is plausible given recent trends.

Prediction: Mirandés vs Racing Santander

Our Prediction: Total Under 3 Goals