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Racing vs Celta: Spanish Cup match prediction
On January 5, representatives of two different leagues will play each other in the 1/16 finals of the Spanish Cup. What to expect from this match and who prepared better for the second half of the season during the short winter break? The answer and trending bets are in our forecast
Command Analysis
Racing Santander
SpainCurrent form
Racing continue to fight for a return to the Primera, occupying third place in Segunda with 38 points. After a series of three defeats in a row, the team managed to break the losing streak in the championship, drawing with Eldense (2:2). However, the problems in defense remain noticeable, as the team has conceded in each of the last five matches. In the last round of the King Cup, the Green and Whites beat Gijon by a minimum thanks to a precise strike from Alberto in the 78th minute, demonstrating character and the ability to achieve results in difficult conditions.
Disqualifications and injuries
All team players are at the disposal of head coach Jose Alberto.
Interesting trends for betting
- Racing have failed to win four matches in a row in all competitions.
- Both sides have scored in the team last five games
- Racing have scored fewer points at home than in away games
Tentative line-up: Ezquieta - Michelin, Manet, Montero, Garcia - Aldasoro, Vendesor - Martin, Rodriguez, Vicente - Arana
Celta Vigo
SpainCurrent form
Celta continue to gain momentum under the leadership of Claudio Heraldez. In the last round of La Liga before the winter break, the team confidently beat Real Sociedad 2-0, showing an organized game in defense and effective actions in attack. Thanks to this result, the "heavenly ones" occupy 11th place in the table with 24 points after 18 rounds. In the previous round of the Copa del Rey, the team left no chance for Salamanca, crushing their opponents 7-0, which shows the team confidence against lower-level opponents.
Disqualifications and injuries
Celta are coming into the match with minimal personnel losses. Jailson (thigh injury), Javier Manquillo (muscle injury) and Manu Ristic (knee injury) will be out.
Interesting trends for betting
- Celta have won three of their last five matches in all competitions
- In the last four games involving the team, both sides have failed to score
- Iago Aspas remains a key figure in the attack, his experience often proving decisive in tense encounters
Estimated lineup: Villar - Mingueza, Sverberg, Dominguez - Moriba, Beltran, Rodriguez - Solis, Aspas, Iglesias
Trends
Bet Exact score 0:3
The last face-to-face match ended with this score
4.60Racing won't score
The visitors have kept a clean sheet in two of their last three matches
1.85Bet Celta to score in the second half
In two of the last four matches the bet came in
1.70Tip and bets
Racing and Celta Vigo are set to have a high-scoring Copa del Rey clash tonight. Celta Vigo, coached by Claudio Heraldez, have a strong attacking game, as demonstrated by their 7-0 thrashing of Salamanca in the last round. They have also shown in La Liga that they can be aggressive in attack, beating Real Sociedad 2-0 before the winter break. The key figure in the team is Iago Aspas, who regularly creates and converts scoring chances. Racing, despite playing in the Segunda, also have good attacking skills, as demonstrated by their last Copa match against Gigion, which ended in a 1-0 victory.
However, the team defense is unstable, as confirmed by the goals conceded in the last matches of the championship. Celta is clearly superior to its opponent in class and will strive to quickly take control of the game, but the hosts can also find their chances on counterattacks. The history of cup matches and the difference in class of the participants hint that we will see many scoring opportunities.
Our prediction is total over 2.5 goals with odds of 2.10
Bet on the outcome
Today Copa del Rey match between Celta and Racing should demonstrate the difference in class between the sides. Celta are in good form, having thrashed Salamanca 7-0 in the previous round and comfortably beat Real Sociedad 2-0 before the winter break.
Iago Aspas and other key players are in excellent form, which should ensure a high level of play. Racing, although third in Segunda, have struggled against stronger opponents. Their defence looks vulnerable, especially against La Liga clubs. Celta, with a strong attack and plenty of experience, will be looking to decide the game in normal time to avoid unnecessary strain on a busy calendar.
Forecast - Asian handicap (-1) for Celta and we bet on it at odds of 2.75
Bet on statistics
Celta have traditionally been very active on the flanks, which has led to a large number of corners. In their last five games, they have earned more than seven corners in each of the cases. Racing, who will be forced to play second fiddle, can also add corners due to the rare counter-attacks.
Forecast - total corners over 10.5 with odds of 2.05
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