Racing Ferrol vs Real Unión - Primera División RFEF - Group 1

The history between Racing Ferrol and Real Unión lends this Primera División RFEF - Group 1 fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 13, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. Manchester United play in Gothenburg on Saturday as they take on Paris-Saint Germain in their fourth pre-season fixture.

There is plenty riding on this Primera División RFEF - Group 1 encounter for Racing Ferrol and Real Unión alike, and neither will want to leave the home ground empty-handed. The hosts have been steady if unspectacular, WLDLL in their last five reflecting a win rate of 50%. Real Unión travel in decent nick, DL in their last five and a win rate of 50% this season. Where Racing Ferrol have leaned on defensive discipline, Real Unión have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. Phil Foden was handed a free role in the No 10 position behind striker Muamba, who scored in consecutive pre-season games.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Racing Ferrol may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Real Unión have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. It meant City had a three-man defence of Josko Gvardiol, Abdukodir Khusanov and Ruben Dias when in possession.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. The No.9 then started for Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil at this summer's World Cup - failing to score as the Selecao lost in the last 16 to Norway.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 3-3 draw feels like a fitting result. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. Manchester City will begin another Premier League season with major uncertainty hanging over the club after league chief executive Richard Masters admitted the long-awaited verdict on their financial case has taken longer than expected.