Racing Santander vs Real Madrid: starting lineups announced

The 22 starters for the match

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Racing Santander vs Real Madrid: starting lineups announced

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Racing Santander

Real Madrid

This Sunday, Real Madrid are looking to continue their fine run in La Liga after their victory over FC Barcelona in the Clasico. Los Blancos are away to Racing Santander. Discover the starting lineups.

This Sunday, Racing Santander are determined to upset the Madrid side. The Cantabrians are coming off a valuable victory over Espanyol Barcelona (2-1), having turned the game around in the second half. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are coming off a prestigious win over FC Barcelona (2-1), inspired by a decisive Kylian Mbappé. The France international scored twice and once again showed his efficiency to secure victory for his side.

The official lineups for the match

For this match, José Mourinho has once again named Ivory Coast international Yan Diomandé in the starting XI. In the absence of Vinicius Jr, Diomandé will once again have to make an impression. Brahim Diaz starts on the bench. Back after a few days of feeling unwell, Thibaut Courtois has returned to his starting place in goal.

Racing Santander:

🚨 ¡Ya conocemos a los once jugadores elegidos por José Alberto para iniciar hoy en los Campos de Sport! #RacingRealMadrid https://t.co/s5aMs1XMvp
— Real Racing Club (@realracingclub) November 1, 2026

Real Madrid:

📋✅ ¡Nuestro XI inicial! 🆚 @realracingclub 👉 @UnicajaBanco https://t.co/30UZZgUK9t
— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) November 1, 2026

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