Spain Set to Face Georgia in World Cup Qualifying Clash
Spain have secured victories in their FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, easily overcoming Bulgaria 3-0 and Turkiye 6-0 during their last matches in Group E. They are strong favorites to finish atop the group and secure direct qualification for the World Cup. The upcoming challenges consist of two matches against Georgia, the first of which is set for Saturday in Spain, with a return fixture next month.
However, Spain will miss key player Lamine Yamal, who will not participate due to a nagging groin injury. They will also compete against Bulgaria again on October 14 before facing Georgia and Turkiye in the concluding matches of their group next month.
How to Watch Spain vs. Georgia, Odds
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
- Time: 2:45 p.m. ET
- Location: Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero – Elche
- Live Stream: Fubo (try for free)
- Odds: Spain -1000; Draw +700; Georgia +1500
What Spain are Saying
In a pre-match press conference, de la Fuente expressed his confidence in the squad, stating: “I often tell the players, ‘you are the best.’ I don’t say it to flatter them, it’s what I truly believe. Achieving World Cup qualification is our immediate target, but after that, we’ll tackle our next challenge. Football is unforgiving, and securing a title is never straightforward. Simply being in contention is already a significant achievement, and I believe we can reach that goal. We’re aiming for World Cup qualification, so every single game is vital. Georgia presents a tough challenge with many skilled players. We have to put our best foot forward to secure a win. The team is focused and mentally ready. We’re here to compete.”
Possible Lineups
Spain XI: Unai Simon; Pedro Porro, Robin Le Normand, Pau Cubarsi, Marc Cucurella; Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri; Ferran Torres, Mikel Oyarzabal, Dani Olmo.
Georgia XI: Giorgi Mamardashvili; Otar Kakabadze, Saba Goglichidze, Guram Kashia, Irakli Azarovi; Nika Gagnidze, Giorgi Kochorashvili, Anzor Mekvabishvili; Zuriko Davitashvili, Georges Mikautadze, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Prediction
Spain is the favored team to clinch the top spot in the group and qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Prediction: Spain 3, Georgia 1.
