REF’s picks

Over 2.5 goals offers a solid entry as both Racing Santander and Valencia look defensively vulnerable and desperate for points at El Sardinero. Racing's recent matches have been high-scoring affairs, and Valencia's struggles at the back suggest we will see open exchanges.

1. 1Racing have conceded heavily in recent weeks, shipping multiple goals against top and mid-table sides alike.
2. 2Valencia are searching for consistency and need to take risks away from home, opening up spaces for a counter-attack.
3. 3An early goal could force either side out of their cautious shell, but a lack of defensive discipline remains a genuine risk for a low-scoring stalemate if nerves take over.

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