Georgia vs Spain – Preview & Prediction | World Cup Qualifiers 2025/26

Georgia vs Spain — Match Preview

Under the Tbilisi lights, Georgia will face Spain in a pivotal World Cup Qualifier that could shape the final standings in Group A. Georgia, with their home advantage, will look to capitalize on the attacking prowess of Kvaratskhelia and create problems for a Spain side that is missing key players like Pedri and Lamine Yamal. Despite the absences, Spain’s depth and recent form make them the favorites, as they seek to secure a top spot and move closer to qualification.

For Georgia, this match represents a chance to disrupt Spain’s momentum and keep their own qualification dreams alive. With Spain’s strong attack and defensive stability, it will be an uphill battle for the hosts, but one they’ll face with hope and determination.

Georgia vs Spain — Quick Match Info

Fixture: Georgia vs Spain
Competition: FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Venue: Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena, Tbilisi
Date: 15 November 2025
Referee: Benoît Bastien (FRA)
Prediction: Georgia 1–3 Spain

Georgia vs Spain — What’s at Stake?

Georgia: Georgia will be looking to bounce back after recent setbacks. They need to secure a positive result to keep their qualification hopes alive, especially against a top team like Spain.
Spain: A win for Spain will secure their qualification and solidify their place at the top of the group. Despite injuries, Spain’s depth and attacking quality make them strong contenders.

Georgia vs Spain — Team Form

🔴 Georgia (Last 6):
L – L – W – L – D
Goals per game: 1.5
Clean Sheets: 1

🔵 Spain (Last 6):
W – W – W – W – L
Goals per game: 3.8
Clean Sheets: 4

Georgia vs Spain — Team News

Georgia: Key player Georges Mikautadze is out due to injury, while Giorgi Kochorashvili is suspended. This leaves Georgia with some gaps, especially in attack.
Spain: Spain will be missing Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Robin Le Normand due to injuries. However, Spain’s squad depth should help them cover these absences, with attacking threats like Torres, Oyarzabal, and Merino stepping up.

Georgia vs Spain — Predicted Lineups

🔴 Georgia (4-3-3)

GK: G. Mamardashvili
DEF: I. Azarovi, S. Goglichidze, L. Lochoshvili, G. Gocholeishvili
MID: O. Kiteishvili, A. Mekvabishvili, N. Gagnidze
ATT: Z. Davitashvili, B. Zivzivadze, K. Kvaratskhelia (c)

🔵 Spain (4-3-3)

GK: Unai Simón
DEF: P. Porro, D. Huijsen, A. Laporte, M. Cucurella
MID: M. Merino, M. Zubimendi, D. Olmo
ATT: F. Torres, M. Oyarzabal, Y. Pino

Georgia vs Spain — Player Spotlight

Georgia: K. Kvaratskhelia

As captain, Kvaratskhelia is the most dangerous player for Georgia. His dribbling, vision, and ability to create chances make him a key player in breaking down Spain’s defense.

Spain: M. Oyarzabal

Oyarzabal has been in excellent form for Spain, and his ability to score from wide positions will be crucial in breaking Georgia’s defensive lines. His work rate and link-up play make him a vital part of Spain’s attacking force.

Georgia vs Spain — Head-to-Head

12 October 2025: Spain 2–0 Georgia (WC)
1 July 2024: Spain 4–1 Georgia (EUR)
20 November 2023: Spain 3–1 Georgia (EUR)

Spain has dominated this fixture with 3 consecutive victories in their last three encounters.

Georgia vs Spain — Tactical Outlook

🔴 Georgia:
Georgia will likely set up in a defensive 4-3-3 formation, aiming to frustrate Spain with a compact defense and quick counters. Kvaratskhelia’s pace will be key for them to exploit Spain’s high defensive line.

🔵 Spain:
Spain will dominate possession, looking to break Georgia down with quick, precise passing and dynamic movement from their attackers. The midfield trio of Merino, Zubimendi, and Olmo will control the tempo and look to supply the front three.

Georgia vs Spain — Statistical Snapshot

Metric	Georgia	Spain
Goals per Game	1.5	3.8
Possession	46.5%	72.3%
Shots per Game	12.0	17.0
Clean Sheets	1	4
Goals Conceded per Game	2.3	0.0

Georgia vs Spain — Fan Reactions

🔴 Georgia Fans:

“We need Kvaratskhelia to step up and lead us to a surprise victory.”
“The team has been inconsistent, but we can shock Spain at home.”

🔵 Spain Fans:

“We’re missing a few players, but we still have the quality to win this.”
“Oyarzabal is in form and should cause Georgia problems.”

Georgia vs Spain — Prediction

Predicted Score: Georgia 1–3 Spain
Why Spain wins: Despite missing key players, Spain’s attacking depth, superior possession, and defensive strength should ensure a comfortable win against Georgia.

Georgia vs Spain — Where to Watch

Amazon Prime Video (Canada, UK, Germany)
DAZN (Canada, Germany, Japan)
Disney+ (Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Uruguay)
Polsat Sport 2 (Poland)
Sport 1 (Czech Republic, Slovakia)
Viaplay (Norway, Sweden)
1TV (Georgia)
RTVE Play (Spain)
ESPN (Argentina, Colombia, Peru)
Sky Sport (Italy, Mexico, Brazil)

Georgia vs Spain — Key Battles

Matchup	Tactical Focus	Edge
Kvaratskhelia vs Oyarzabal	Creativity & finishing	Balanced
Gocholeishvili vs Porro	Defensive positioning vs Attack	Spain edge
Davitashvili vs Cucurella	Speed & width vs defensive stability	Spain edge
Mekvabishvili vs Merino	Midfield control	Spain edge
Lochoshvili vs Laporte	Aerial duels & leadership	Spain edge

Georgia vs Spain — Match-Deciding Factors

Kvaratskhelia’s Creativity: Can he find the space to unlock Spain’s defense?
Spain’s Possession: Can Spain maintain their high possession stats and control the game?
Set Pieces: Georgia will need to make the most of set-piece opportunities to challenge Spain’s defense.
Midfield Battle: Merino, Zubimendi, and Olmo vs Kiteishvili, Mekvabishvili, and Gagnidze — the midfield battle will be key to shaping the match.
Spain’s Depth: Can Spain’s squad depth compensate for their missing key players?

Georgia vs Spain — Final Thoughts

This match promises to be an exciting clash, with Spain looking to assert their dominance despite some key absences. Georgia will rely heavily on Kvaratskhelia to create opportunities and potentially cause an upset. Spain’s superior squad and attacking depth should see them through in the end, but Georgia will look to make this a challenging encounter.

Georgia vs Spain — FAQs

Q1. What time is the kickoff?
A. 15 November 2025, 19:30 local time.

Q2. Who is favored?
A. Spain, with their attacking depth and recent form.

Q3. Will both teams score?
A. Likely — Georgia has been scoring in most of their recent matches, but Spain’s defense is strong.

Q4. Expected goals?
A. 3–4 goals range.

Q5. Key players to watch?
A. K. Kvaratskhelia (Georgia) and M. Oyarzabal (Spain).

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