Spain faces Georgia in their final Euro 2024 Group A fixture, needing only a draw to secure the top spot. Meanwhile, Georgia seeks to challenge Spain’s dominance in the Estadio Jose Zorrilla turf in Valladolid.
Match Preview:
Spain enters this match after a comfortable 3-1 victory against Cyprus, placing them in pole position in Group A.
With a two-point lead over Scotland, Luis de la Fuente’s side aims to confirm their first-place qualification through a win or even a draw against Georgia.
Georgia, meanwhile, played out a contentious 2-2 draw against Scotland in their previous fixture.
Despite already securing a playoff spot, Georgia aspires to end their campaign on a positive note but faces an uphill task against the formidable Spanish squad.
Team News:
Spain’s preparations have been slightly affected by injuries, with concerns surrounding players like Rodri and Jose Gaya.
Mikel Oyarzabal sustained a hamstring injury against Cyprus and will miss the match, potentially giving way to promising talent Nico Williams.
Unai Simon’s absence in goal might continue as David Raya took the gloves in the previous game.
Georgia faces injury woes as well, with players like Levan Shengelia and Luka Lochoshvili suffering injuries against Scotland.
Shengelia’s shoulder injury might sideline him for this crucial encounter. However, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, their influential forward, is in excellent form, netting two goals against Scotland.
Predicted Lineups:
Spain Possible Starting Lineup:(4-3-3)
Simon;
Carvajal, Le Normand, Torres, Grimaldo;
Merino, Zubimendi, Ruiz;
Torres, Morata, Williams
Georgia Possible Starting Lineup:(5-3-2)
Mamardashvili;
Gocholeishvili, Kashia, Kvirkvelia, Kalandadze, Azarovi;
Kvekveskiri, Chakvetadze, Kochorashvili;
Mikautadze, Kvaratskhelia
Prediction:
Despite some injury concerns, Spain boasts a deep talent pool. Georgia’s attacking capabilities might challenge Spain, but the host’s home advantage and strength could see them clinch a 3-1 victory, confirming their first-place finish in the group.
