Spain vs Georgia Preview

The Martínez Valero stadium prepares to host a fascinating World Cup Qualifying encounter between Spain and Georgia on October 11th, 2025, as La Roja seek to maintain their relentless pursuit of qualification against a Georgian side riding an unexpected wave of confidence. This fixture represents a collision of contrasting narratives – Spain’s attacking brilliance against Georgia’s resilient underdog spirit, and the clash promises tactical intrigue alongside goals aplenty. Spain arrive in spectacular form, having won three of their last five matches, including emphatic World Cup qualifying victories over Turkey (6-0) and Bulgaria (3-0). Their only blemish was a 2-2 tie with Portugal in the Nations League, but they bounced back with statement wins over France (5-4) and Netherlands (3-3 draw). The Spanish attacking machine has been firing on all cylinders, averaging 1.6 shots per game with an impressive 47% aerial duel success rate, complemented by 2.1 dribbles per game that showcase their technical superiority.

Georgia, meanwhile, have exceeded all expectations with their recent performances. The Crusaders have won three of their last five fixtures, including a crucial 3-0 victory over Bulgaria in World Cup qualifying and a 1-0 triumph against the Faroe Islands. Their only defeat came against Turkey (3-2), while they also secured draws against Cape Verde Islands (1-1) and most impressively, a 6-1 demolition of Armenia in the Nations League. Georgia’s statistics reveal a team punching above their weight – averaging 1.2 shots per game with a respectable 37% aerial duel success rate and 1.7 dribbles per game. Their tactical discipline and counter-attacking threat make them dangerous opponents for any team that underestimates them.

The injury situation significantly impacts both squads. Spain will be without their talismanic forward Lamine Yamal, whose participation has been disrupted, forcing a gameweek-three absence. Fermin López is also ruled out, while veteran right-back Dani Carvajal’s availability remains doubtful. Ferran Torres is expected to deputize for Yamal in the attacking trident. Georgia face their own personnel concerns, missing talisman Khvicha Kvaratskhelia due to injury – a massive blow to their attacking ambitions. Watford midfielder Giorgi Chakvetadze is also unavailable as he nears a return from injury. The visitors are anticipated to make two tactical adjustments to the side that secured their recent victory. Despite the historical dominance Spain holds over Georgia – having won all five of their last five meetings including a 4-1 victory in June 2024 – the Crusaders’ recent resilience suggests they won’t capitulate easily. Football fans worldwide can tune in at 19:45 GMT, with coverage available on TVE La 1 and RTVE Play in Spain, 1TV in Georgia, Amazon Prime Video in the UK and Germany, and fuboTV in the USA.

Possible line-ups:

Spain (4-3-3)

Simón, Porro, Normand, Huijsen, Cucurella, Merino, Zubimendi, Pedri, Williams, Oyarzabal, Torres

Georgia (4-3-3)

Kakabadze, Azarovi, Kashia, Kochorashvili, Davitashvili, Mikautadze, Mekvabishvili, Zivzivadze, Goglichidze, Gagnidze, Mamardashvili

⚽ Spain – Last 5 Games

Competition	Result	W/D/L
World Cup Qualifying	Spain 6-0 Turkey	✓
World Cup Qualifying	Spain 3-0 Bulgaria	✓
Nations League	Portugal 2-2 Spain	🤝
Nations League	Spain 5-4 France	✓
Nations League	Spain 3-3 Netherlands	🤝

🇬🇪 Georgia – Last 5 Games

Competition	Result	W/D/L
World Cup Qualifying	Georgia 3-0 Bulgaria	✓
World Cup Qualifying	Georgia 2-3 Turkey	✗
International Friendly	Georgia 1-1 Cape Verde Islands	🤝
International Friendly	Georgia 1-0 Faroe Islands	✓
Nations League	Georgia 6-1 Armenia	✓

🆚 Head-to-Head Record

Competition	Result	Score
European Championship	Spain 4-1 Georgia	Jun 30, 2024
European Championship	Spain 3-1 Georgia	Nov 19, 2023
European Championship	Georgia 1-7 Spain	Sep 8, 2023
World Cup Qualifying	Spain 4-0 Georgia	Sep 5, 2021
World Cup Qualifying	Georgia 1-2 Spain	Mar 28, 2021

📺 TV Listings / Streaming

Country	TV Channel / Streaming
Spain	RTVE Play, Movistar+, fuboTV España, TVE La 1
Georgia	1TV
United Kingdom	Amazon Prime Video
USA	fuboTV, Foxsports.com, Amazon Prime Video, ViX, FOX Sports App, FOX One, Fox Sports 2
Germany	DAZN Germany, Amazon Prime Video
Italy	SKY Go Italia, NOW TV, Sky Sport Uno
France	L’Équipe Live Foot
Portugal	Sport TV Multiscreen, Sport TV2
Canada	DAZN Canada, Amazon Prime Video
Australia	Optus Sport, Stan Sport