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Mirandes will welcome Racing Santander to Estadio Municipal de Anduvain in the Segunda Division playoffs on Thursday. After an enthralling and fiercely contested first leg that ended level, who will blink first in the rematch?
Mirandes vs Racing Preview
Mirandes produced a mesmerising performance at El Sardinero in the first leg, taking the lead twice, and at one point, they were ahead 3-1. However, Martin reduced the deficit to put Racing in the ascendancy, which culminated in an own goal from Alonso Sosa late in added time. The meeting concluded in a 3-3 draw.
Los Rojillos should be regretful of throwing away a two-goal lead, but they have another opportunity to make amends at home. However, it remains a tricky clash, as both sides appear to have a fair chance to clinch the tie. Mirandes are in search of their very first qualification to La Liga.
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Racing could face criticism from pundits for failing to make the most of their home advantage. However, the visitors deserve some commendation for fighting hard to claw back their deficit. We expect them to take their fighting spirit to Miranda de Ebro, where Estadio Municipal is situated.
Racinguistas have been unsuccessful in making a return to the top flight since their relegation in 2011-12. They qualified for the ongoing playoffs after finishing fifth in the regular season. Two more steps are left to surmount – this game (semifinal second leg) and a potential final. Racing's last visit to Mirandes ended in a 2-1 defeat.
Mirandes vs Racing Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Mirandes have won twice, drawn twice and lost once in their last five matches against Racing.
- Mirandes have won once, drawn thrice and lost once in their last five home matches against Racing.
- Mirandes have won thrice and lost twice in their last five matches at home in all competitions.
- Racing have won once, drawn once and lost thrice in their last five matches on the road.
- Mirandes have won thrice and drawn twice in their last five matches, while Racing have won once, drawn thrice and lost once. Form Guide: Mirandes – D-W-D-W-W, Racing – D-W-D-L-D.
Mirandes vs Racing Prediction
Mirandes are unbeaten at home in their last seven matches, recording six wins. They will be keen to stretch that run against the visitors.
Racing are expected to replicate their relentless first-leg fight at Estadio Municipal. However, they will have to watch their back.
Mirandes are the favorites based on form and home advantage.
Prediction: Mirandes 2-1 Racing
Mirandes vs Racing Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Mirandes to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Mirandes to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Racing to score - Yes
