Real Racing Club vs Deportivo Alavés

Racing Santander snapped Alavés' unbeaten start to the season with a battling 2-1 win at El Sardinero, powered by a brace from Yassir Zabiri that turned an early setback into three valuable points. Ville Koski put Alavés ahead in the 18th minute, capitalizing on a strong start from the visitors. But Zabiri leveled things before the break, combining well with Iñigo Vicente, then struck again just after the hour to put Racing Santander in front for good. Things got worse for the visitors late on when André Almeida was sent off in the 88th minute, and defender Aitor Mañas had to be stretchered off in stoppage time after a nasty blow to the head. The result gives Racing Santander a confidence-boosting home win as they build momentum, while Alavés suffer their first defeat of the season after an impressive unbeaten run, a reminder that their fine early form still has room to wobble.