Georgia vs Spain 2026 World Cup qualifier: Match prediction, possible XIs and team news
By William Muthama, November 15, 2025As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers edge towards their conclusion, Spain will aim to secure a vital victory against Georgia in Tbilisi.
The match is scheduled for 8:00 pm at the Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena and carries high stakes for Spain, who are on the verge of guaranteeing another World Cup appearance.
Georgia, although out of direct qualification contention, can still aim for a playoff spot, offering fans hope of a spirited performance.
Match form and context
Georgia’s campaign has faced significant challenges, including a 4-1 loss to Turkey in its last outing. While mathematically they can still reach the playoffs, the reality is that a series of unlikely results would have to fall in their favour.
Home form has been more encouraging, highlighted by a 3-0 win over Bulgaria, and overall, Georgia has won 13 of their last 21 matches on home soil, making them capable of testing top sides in Tbilisi.
Spain, in contrast, has been near-perfect in the qualifiers so far, boasting four wins, 15 goals scored, and zero conceded.
They also defeated Georgia 2-0 in their previous meeting in October 2025, showing why Spain are the favourites in this clash.
Predicted lineups
Georgia predicted XI: Mamardashvili, Gocholeishvili, Goglichidze, Lochoshvili, Kashia, Mekvabishvili, Kiteishvili, Mamuchashvili, Davitashvili, Zivzivadze, Kvaratskhelia.
Mamardashvili, who has been playing regularly for Liverpool, is likely to face a busy evening, while Kvaratskhelia remains Georgia’s key player, having scored twice against Spain in previous meetings.
Spain predicted XI: Unai Simón, Poro, Huijsen, Laporte, Cucurella, Zubimendi, Fabián, Merino, Torres, Oyarzabal, Dani Olmo.
Coach Luis de la Fuente will be without several regulars, including Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Rodri, Gavi, Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Nico Williams, and Álvaro Morata, but Spain’s depth and quality make them strong favourites.
As the 2026 World Cup qualifiers come to a close, Spain are expected to secure a commanding win over Georgia, with a predicted scoreline of 4-1.