FC Barcelona travel to northern Spain to face Racing Santander in the Copa del Rey Round of 16, with a place in the quarterfinals on the line. The match will be played at Campos de Sport de El Sardinero in Santander, a historic venue known for its intense atmosphere and compact layout.
Match Details: Racing Santander vs Barcelona
- Competition: Copa del Rey – Round of 16
- Date: Thursday, January 15
- Kickoff Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Venue: Campos de Sport de El Sardinero
- Location: Santander, Spain
- Stadium Capacity: 22,514
- Playing Surface: Grass
Weather Forecast at El Sardinero
Conditions could play a factor in this Copa del Rey clash, with light rain expected and temperatures around 54°F (12°C) at kickoff. The slick surface may slow the tempo and favor a more physical, defensive approach from the hosts.
How to Watch Racing Santander vs Barcelona
Fans in the United States can watch the match live on:
- TV / Streaming: ESPN Select, fuboTV
- Live Stream Option: Watch on Fubo
Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET, making it an afternoon fixture for North American viewers.
Team Form and Recent Results
Racing Santander Recent Form
Racing Santander enter the match with mixed results, showing resilience but inconsistency:
- Loss: 2–3
- Draws: 1–1 (multiple matches)
- Win: 2–1
While not dominant, Racing have proven capable of scoring and competing in tight matches, especially at home.
Barcelona Recent Form
Barcelona arrive in strong form, carrying momentum from multiple convincing victories:
- Win: 3–2
- Win: 5–0
- Win: 2–0 (multiple matches)
The Catalan side has been efficient in attack and disciplined defensively, traits that have translated well into knockout competitions.
Match Outlook and Key Storylines
Barcelona will be clear favorites, but Copa del Rey fixtures are historically unpredictable, particularly against motivated lower-division sides at home. Racing Santander will look to capitalize on home support, weather conditions, and a compact pitch to disrupt Barcelona’s rhythm.
For Barcelona, squad rotation could play a role, but depth and quality should still give them an edge. Early control of possession and an opening goal would likely determine whether this match becomes routine or tense.
What’s at Stake
With the Copa del Rey entering its decisive stages, both clubs understand the importance of this fixture. For Racing Santander, it’s a rare opportunity to eliminate one of Spain’s giants. For Barcelona, it’s about avoiding a potential upset and keeping silverware ambitions alive.