| Spain vs Georgia | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Spain vs Georgia
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COMPETITION :
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World Cup Qualifiers
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| DATE: |
12-10-2025
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TIME:
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12.15 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
10.45 AM UAE
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STADIUM
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Manuel Martínez Valero
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Spain vs Georgia: Team News
Spain have been dealt a late blow with Dean Huijsen withdrawing from the squad due to a calf issue, prompting Aymeric Laporte to earn a recall. The European champions are also without Dani Carvajal, Rodri, Fermin Lopez, Gavi, Nico Williams, and Lamine Yamal, all sidelined through injury.
In their absence, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ferran Torres, and Dani Olmo are expected to form the attacking trio on Saturday, while Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino—the Arsenal duo—should partner in central midfield.
Defensively, Pau Cubarsi and Pedro Porro are in line to benefit from the absences of Carvajal and Huijsen, with Marc Cucurella likely to start at left-back.
As for Georgia, star man Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has shaken off a recent thigh concern and is set to feature from the start—a major boost for the visitors. However, Giorgi Chakvetadze misses out through injury.
Head coach Willy Sagnol is not expected to spring any surprises, with Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili and Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze among the key names expected to start.