Racing Santander found its standout player in Yassir Zabiri, who, in an explosive first half, scored three goals and put his team in a commanding position.
The Moroccan forward capitalized on Elche’s mistakes and, with quick finishes, made it 3-0 before the first 45 minutes were up.
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In the second half, Elche fought back and, with two goals in the span of two minutes, narrowed the gap to 3-2, turning the game into a thriller. Despite pressure from the visitors, Santander held on to the lead and celebrated a victory that clearly bore the hallmark of Zambi.
The schedule for Matchday 3:
Friday (August 28)
Racing Santander vs. Elche 3-2
(15’, 21’, 36’ Zabiri – 77’ Sangaré, 78’ Fer Niño)
Alavés vs. Villarreal (10:30 p.m.)
Saturday (August 29)
Levante vs. Real Betis (6:00 PM)
Real Sociedad vs. Espanyol (8:00 PM)
Sevilla vs. Atlético Madrid (10:30 PM)
Sunday (August 30)
Real Madrid vs. Málaga (6:00 p.m.)
Deportivo vs. Valencia (8:30 p.m.)
Celta vs. Athletic Club (10:30 p.m.)
Monday (August 31)
Osasuna vs. Getafe (8:30 p.m.)
Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano (10:30 p.m.)
*photo source: KYPE
