Primera División
Defensor Sporting vs Racing
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio Luis Franzini
Defensor Sporting vs Racing Prediction & Stats - Primera División 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Defensor Sporting vs Racing carries real history into this round of the Primera División.
The two sides meet on 24/10 (Saturday) at Estadio Luis Franzini, 20:00 (UK time).
Read the Defensor Sporting vs Racing prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Defensor Sporting vs Racing
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Defensor Sporting vs Racing call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 3.5 Goals
Last updated on 24-10-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Defensor Sporting the side to beat, with roughly 35% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Primera División odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Defensor Sporting Preview
Defensor Sporting reach this fixture 33 match into their Primera División. Here is where La Viola stand:
In this competition
8 won, 11 drawn, 14 lost
1.06 points per game
30 scored, at 0.91 a game
40 conceded, at 1.21 a game
La Viola, season-wide
8 won, 11 drawn, 15 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Brian Guillermo Montenegro Benítez, 8 goals
Most assists: Lucas Agazzi Galeano, 3 assists
Recent results — Defensor Sporting
17/10/2026 15:00
10/10/2026 10:00
03/10/2026 14:00
27/09/2026 17:00
20/09/2026 15:30
Racing: how they are travelling
Racing come in 33 matches into their Primera División.
Here is what La Escuelita have produced:
In this competition
15 won, 11 drawn, 7 lost
1.7 points per game
39 scored, at 1.18 a game
27 conceded, at 0.82 a game
La Escuelita, season-wide
15 won, 11 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Tomás Habib, 7 goals
Most assists: Álex Bacilio Vázquez Álvez, 3 assists
Recent results — La Escuelita
17/10/2026 12:00
11/10/2026 10:00
04/10/2026 18:30
26/09/2026 10:00
20/09/2026 19:00
The head-to-head favours Defensor Sporting
Recent meetings have tended to go Defensor Sporting's way against Racing.
From 28 match(es):
Defensor Sporting: 18 win(s)
Racing: 5 win(s)
Drawn: 5
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Defensor Sporting vs Racing prediction.
Form comparison Defensor Sporting vs Racing
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Defensor Sporting
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
W
L
|
1.06 |
| Home |
L
W
W
L
L
|
1.41 |
| Away |
L
L
L
D
D
|
0.69 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 24% | 41% | 6% |
| Goals | 2.12 | 2.24 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.91 | 1 | 0.81 |
| Conceded | 1.21 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 47% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 35% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 24% | 38% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.43 | 1.61 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.54 | 1.52 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Racing
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
W
L
L
|
1.7 |
| Home |
D
D
W
L
W
|
2.06 |
| Away |
L
L
D
L
D
|
1.31 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 59% | 31% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.18 | 1.81 |
| Scored | 1.18 | 1.47 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 0.82 | 0.71 | 0.94 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 41% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 42% | 53% | 31% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 12% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.56 | 1.53 |
|
xGA
|
1.09 | 1.11 | 1.08 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Racing to Win the 1st Half
Racing travels to Estadio Luis Franzini and is looking to take home all three points. Despite being the away side, they are expected to dominate the first half.
With Defensor Sporting struggling, this is the perfect chance for Racing to take control and grab a first-half lead. That’s why our betting tip is Racing to win the first half.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this Defensor Sporting vs Racing clash. Our recommended bet is for Defensor Sporting to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows Defensor Sporting as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
Fixture information - Defensor Sporting vs Racing
Match: Defensor Sporting vs Racing
Competition: Primera División
Date: Saturday, 24/10/2026
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK time)
Venue: Estadio Luis Franzini
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Stats
The statistics for El Tuerto vs Racinguistas that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.06
League: 2.36
Both Teams to Score
49%
League: 50%
Over 1.5+
61%
League: 67%
Over 2.5+
32%
League: 44%
Cards
5.25
League: 5.92
Corners
10.25
League: 9.02
Home Team
Defensor Sporting
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
W
L
|
1.06 |
| Home |
L
W
W
L
L
|
1.41 |
| Away |
L
L
L
D
D
|
0.69 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 24% | 41% | 6% |
| Goals | 2.12 | 2.24 | 2 |
| Scored | 0.91 | 1 | 0.81 |
| Conceded | 1.21 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 47% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 35% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 24% | 38% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.43 | 1.61 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.54 | 1.52 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Racing
Uruguay - Primera División
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
W
L
L
|
1.7 |
| Home |
D
D
W
L
W
|
2.06 |
| Away |
L
L
D
L
D
|
1.31 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 59% | 31% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.18 | 1.81 |
| Scored | 1.18 | 1.47 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 0.82 | 0.71 | 0.94 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 41% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 42% | 53% | 31% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 12% | 44% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.56 | 1.53 |
|
xGA
|
1.09 | 1.11 | 1.08 |
Corners
9.34 / Match
+3% Corners / Match
Defensor Sporting received +3% more corners than Racing in the Primera División
9.06 / Match
Boston River
(2)
Cerro
(5)
Albion
(9)
Danubio
(2)
Nacional
(2)
Deportivo Maldonado
(4)
Central Español
(2)(8)
Wanderers
(6)
Juventud
(4)
Peñarol
(6)
Progreso
(3)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(2)
Boston River
(9)
Cerro
Cards
2.58 / Match
+3% Cards / Match
Racing received +3% more cards than Defensor Sporting in the Primera División
2.67 / Match
Boston River
(1)
Cerro
(7)
Albion
(2)
Danubio
(2)
Nacional
(2)
Deportivo Maldonado
(1)
Central Español
(2)(0)
Wanderers
(5)
Juventud
(4)
Peñarol
(1)
Progreso
(5)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(1)
Boston River
(2)
Cerro
Goals Scored
0.91 / Match
+30%
Racing is +30% better in terms of goals scored
1.18 / Match
Boston River
(0)
Cerro
(2)
Albion
(2)
Danubio
(1)
Nacional
(2)
Deportivo Maldonado
(1)
Central Español
(1)(3)
Wanderers
(0)
Juventud
(0)
Peñarol
(1)
Progreso
(0)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(3)
Boston River
(0)
Cerro
Goals Conceded
1.21 / Match
+32%
Defensor Sporting condeded +32% more goals than Racing
0.82 / Match
Boston River
(1)
Cerro
(3)
Albion
(3)
Danubio
(0)
Nacional
(3)
Deportivo Maldonado
(0)
Central Español
(1)(0)
Wanderers
(2)
Juventud
(1)
Peñarol
(2)
Progreso
(0)
Liverpool FC Montevideo
(2)
Boston River
(1)
Cerro
Primera División Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Racing
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 2 |
Deportivo Maldonado
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 3 |
Peñarol
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| 4 |
Torque
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 2 |
| 5 |
Liverpool FC Montevideo
|
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| 6 |
Central Español
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Nacional
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 8 |
Defensor Sporting
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 9 |
Wanderers
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 10 |
Danubio
|
5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -1 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 11 |
Cerro Largo
|
6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 6 | 1 |
| 12 |
Albion
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 13 |
Progreso
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 14 |
Boston River
|
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 7 | -5 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 15 |
Cerro
|
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 16 |
Juventud
|
4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 1 | 0.25 |
Odds
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