Spain vs Georgia: Euro 2024 Match Preview and Predictions

Rabat – Spain faces off against underdog Georgia in a thrilling last-16 match for the Euro 2024 in Cologne on Sunday evening.

Both teams have taken vastly different paths to reach this stage, with Spain emerging as Group B winners and Georgia pulling off a surprising upset to advance.

Spain, led by head coach Luis de la Fuente, has been dominant in the group stage, winning all three matches with a 100% record for the first time since 2008.

Their latest victory saw them comfortably beat Albania 1-0, even after making ten changes to their lineup.

Spain’s defense has been impenetrable, not conceding a single goal so far. Their clean sheet streak is reminiscent of their 2012 Euro campaign when they last won the tournament.

As one of the favorites, Spain is positioned in a challenging half of the draw, potentially facing Germany and France in subsequent rounds. Their quest for the title includes overcoming the disappointment of a last-16 exit to Morocco in the 2022 World Cup.

Meanwhile, Georgia has captured the tournament’s imagination with their unexpected journey. After a heavy 7-1 loss to Spain in the qualifiers, they have rebounded remarkably.

Georgia’s dramatic 2-0 victory over Portugal secured their place in the knockout stages, marking their first appearance in a major tournament. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Georges Mikautadze have been pivotal, with the latter contributing to all four of Georgia’s goals so far.

Statistically, Spain holds the upper hand with their superior form and depth, making them the favorites.