Atletico Madrid come into this match in poor form. They have lost three of their last five games, including two defeats in a row. Their recent results have been tight, with four of those five matches decided by a single goal, so they are not playing badly but are struggling to get results.

Racing Santander are also in a difficult spell. They have lost four of their last five matches and have conceded at least four goals in three of those defeats. They did manage a draw in one game, but their defending has been very weak lately. Given Atletico Madrid's slight edge in quality and Racing Santander's defensive troubles, Atletico Madrid should win this match.