Barcelona will be aiming to extend their advantage at the top of the La Liga standings when they host Racing Santander at Nou Camp on September 16.

Barcelona Dazzling in Final Third of the Field

Hansi Flick’s FC Barcelona are enjoying a red-hot start to the season, having won six straight competitive fixtures. The Catalan giants have scored a remarkable 14 goals in their last three, but defensive improvement will still be required after conceding five in their previous four.

Lamine Yamal has been excellent in the opening months of the season, scoring braces in three of his last four appearances and registering nine goal involvements over the same period.

Anthony Gordon has also caught the eye in his first months as a Barcelona player, registering two assists in four appearances. Flick will be without the injured Frenkie de Jong this week. Gerard Martin is still a couple of weeks away from making his return.

Barcelona predicted lineup vs Racing Santander (4-3-3): J. Garcia, E. Garcia, Cubarsi, Martin, Espart; Lopez, Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Raphinha, Gordon

Racing Chasing Successive Wins in La Liga

José Alberto López’s Racing Santander have enjoyed a reliable start on their return to the top flight.

Racing have recorded wins in two of their last three, and their attacking strength is notable after netting seven goals over the same period. However, they are yet to keep a clean sheet this season, and they have already allowed at least two goals in three of their five fixtures.

Yassir Zabiri has enjoyed a strong start to his loan spell with the club, scoring five goals in his last three starts. Lopez will be without a couple of key stars this week, including goalkeeper Simon Eriksson and forward Andres Martin.

Racing Santander predicted lineup vs Barcelona (4-2-3-1): Agirrezabala; Mantilla, Ramon, Belocian, Salinas; I. Martin, Prati; Garcia, Canales, Vicente; Zabiri

Barcelona vs Racing Santander Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Total Over 3.5 Goals
  • Odds: 1.32 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: ZBHNT
  • Correct score prediction: Barcelona 4-1 Racing Santander

Key stats:

  • Barcelona have scored at least four goals in their three most recent fixtures.
  • Three of Racing Santander’s last four fixtures have seen over 3.5 goals scored.
  • Barça have scored at least three goals in five of the seven head-to-heads.

Another big-scoring victory for Barcelona should be expected on Wednesday. Flick’s side have scored at least four goals in their previous three fixtures, with at least five goals being registered in four of their six recent outings.

Three of Racing Santander's last five games have seen at least four goals registered, which includes two of the last three. Barcelona’s attacking record in head-to-head encounters should also be respected, as the La Liga giants have scored at least three goals in five of the latest seven clashes between the clubs.

Barcelona vs Racing Santander Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Both Teams to Score
  • Odds: 1.8 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 37KNT

Both Teams to Score (BTTS) is an excellent value angle this week. Despite being dominant in forward areas, Barcelona have struggled defensively throughout the campaign. Flick’s side have failed to keep clean sheets in three of their previous four games, and they have allowed five goals over the same period.

Racing Santander’s attacking record ensures that they should get a goal on the road this week. They have netted at least once in four of their five La Liga fixtures in 2026-27.

Verdict: Over 3.5 Goals (1.32) — Barcelona 4-1 Racing Santander