Santander, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : Valencia CF faced off against Racing Santander in a gripping La Liga encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw on October 12, 2026. The match, part of Matchday 8, saw goals from Dani Raba and David Otorbi for Valencia.
Valencia started strong, taking the lead just one minute into the game. Dani Raba scored early against the recently promoted Racing Santander. However, the home team equalized in the 32nd minute. Inigo Vicente created a brilliant play, setting up Yasir Jabiri, who found the back of the net, leveling the score at 1-1. Valencia’s young substitute, David Otorbi, netted a goal in the 65th minute, ensuring the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
In another match, Isco scored twice as Real Betis triumphed over Osasuna 5-2 at home, moving them into third place in La Liga, five points behind leaders Barcelona. Isco opened the scoring with a penalty in the 10th minute after a foul by Osasuna defender Unai Santos. He doubled the lead in the 31st minute with assistance from Kucho Hernández.
Just three minutes into the second half, Betis extended their advantage to 3-0 when Ante Budimir’s clearance attempt deflected off Diego Llorente and into the net. Despite Betis’ strong lead, Osasuna fought back with quick goals from Budimir and former Betis forward Raúl García. Isco restored the two-goal cushion for Betis before debutant José Antonio Morante capped off the scoring in stoppage time.
Meanwhile, Real Sociedad secured a 3-2 victory against Deportivo La Coruña after fending off a fierce comeback attempt in the second half, despite finishing the match with ten players. John Martin opened the scoring with a header from Carlos Soler’s corner. Arsen Zakharian extended the lead to 2-0 in the 34th minute. Sociedad further solidified their lead with a stunning goal from Gonçalo Guedes, making it 3-0.
Deportivo did not give up, with Mario Soriano scoring in the 61st minute. Sociedad faced a setback when Pablo Marín received a red card for stopping a clear goal-scoring opportunity for Bill N’Song. Deportivo was awarded a penalty, converted by Yerem Hernández, narrowing the gap to 3-2. Despite intense pressure in the closing minutes, Sociedad held on to secure all three points. The day’s matches began with a goalless draw between Elche and Celta Vigo.
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