The Laliga results on August 28, 2026 produced two Matchday 3 fixtures, with Racing Santander beating Elche 3-2 and Alavés defeating Villarreal 1-0.
The standout performance came at El Sardinero, where Yassir Zabiri scored a first-half hat-trick to put Racing in control before Elche mounted a late comeback. In Vitoria-Gasteiz, Lucas Boyé scored the only goal as Alavés edged Villarreal at Mendizorroza.
For the full fixture list and upcoming matches, see our Laliga Schedule 2026/27. You can also follow the latest league positions on our Laliga Standings page.
Laliga Results August 28, 2026
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Racing Santander vs Elche | 3-2 |
| Alavés vs Villarreal | 1-0 |
Racing Santander 3-2 Elche
Racing Santander claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche at El Sardinero, powered by a stunning first-half hat-trick from Yassir Zabiri.
Zabiri opened the scoring in the 15th minute, doubled Racing’s lead in the 21st, and completed his hat-trick in the 36th minute to give the hosts a commanding advantage before halftime.
Elche refused to fold and produced a late response. Buba Sangaré scored in the 78th minute before Fer Niño struck one minute later to cut the deficit to 3-2.
Racing survived the final stages to secure all three points and one of the most entertaining results of Matchday 3.
Racing Santander vs Elche: Key Match Details
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 3 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 |
| Venue | El Sardinero, Santander |
| Final score | Racing Santander 3-2 Elche |
| Goalscorers | Yassir Zabiri (15′, 21′, 36′); Buba Sangaré (78′), Fer Niño (79′) |
Alavés 1-0 Villarreal
Alavés earned a valuable 1-0 win over Villarreal at Mendizorroza in their Matchday 3 meeting.
Lucas Boyé scored the decisive goal in the 31st minute, giving the hosts a first-half lead they successfully protected through the remainder of the match.
Villarreal were unable to find an equalizer, allowing Alavés to secure a clean sheet and all three points at home.
Alavés vs Villarreal: Key Match Details
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 3 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 |
| Venue | Mendizorroza, Vitoria-Gasteiz |
| Final score | Alavés 1-0 Villarreal |
| Goalscorer | Lucas Boyé (31′) |
Biggest Talking Points from the August 28 Laliga Results
- Zabiri scored a first-half hat-trick: The Racing forward struck three times before halftime to put his team in control.
- Elche nearly completed a late comeback: Two goals in two minutes made the final stages tense at El Sardinero.
- Racing held on for a 3-2 win: Despite Elche’s late pressure, Racing protected their one-goal advantage.
- Boyé made the difference for Alavés: His 31st-minute goal proved enough to beat Villarreal.
- Alavés kept a clean sheet: The hosts successfully protected their narrow lead throughout the second half.
What the Results Mean
Racing Santander’s victory gives them an important Matchday 3 result, while Zabiri’s hat-trick immediately stands out as one of the individual performances of the early 2026/27 Laliga season.
Alavés, meanwhile, collected three points at home with a disciplined 1-0 win over Villarreal. For the updated impact on the table, see our Laliga standings.
These matches follow the August 27 Laliga results, when Barcelona beat Athletic Club and Osasuna defeated Celta Vigo. Check the Laliga schedule for the remaining Matchday 3 fixtures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Racing Santander beat Elche 3-2, while Alavés defeated Villarreal 1-0.
Yassir Zabiri scored all three Racing goals, finding the net in the 15th, 21st and 36th minutes.
Buba Sangaré scored in the 78th minute and Fer Niño scored in the 79th minute.
Lucas Boyé scored the only goal of the match in the 31st minute as Alavés won 1-0.
Both fixtures were part of Matchday 3 in the 2026/27 Laliga season.
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