Racing Santander vs Barcelona: Lineups Revealed for Copa del Rey Last 16
Barcelona faces a crucial match against Racing Santander in the Copa del Rey. This encounter marks the last 16 round, where the stakes are high for both teams. Barcelona seeks a victory to secure their spot in the quarter-finals.
Match Details: Racing Santander vs Barcelona
- Date: January 15, 2026
- Time: 14:00 CST / 15:00 EST
- Venue: Estadio El Sardinero
Team Lineups
Barcelona will be incorporating new talent, with Joao Cancelo joining from Al-Hilal. His addition follows the long-term injury of Andreas Christensen. However, the team will miss midfielder Frenkie de Jong due to a suspension from his red card in the Supercopa de España final.
- Barcelona’s Starting XI:
- Joan García
- Koundé
- Cubarsí
- Gerard Martín
- Balde
- Bernal
- Casadó
- Olmo
- Lamine Yamal
- Rashford
- Ferran
- Racing Santander’s Starting XI:
- Ezkieta
- Mantilla
- Manu Hernando
- Javi Castro
- Mario García
- Íñigo Sainz-Maza
- Maguette
- Suleiman
- Aldasoro
- Guliashvili
- Arana
Coach Insights
Barcelona’s coach, Hansi Flick, recognizes the challenge posed by Racing Santander. He emphasized the quality and energy of the Segunda División leaders. Flick is unlikely to rest key players in this high-stakes match.
On the other hand, Racing’s coach, José Alberto López, highlighted the significance of strong defensive solidity. He plans to utilize counter-attacks to exploit potential weaknesses in Barcelona’s defense.
This Copa del Rey match promises an intense clash, with both teams fighting for advancement in the tournament. Fans can look forward to a thrilling encounter at Estadio El Sardinero.
