Spain Secures Convincing 2-0 Win Over Georgia in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

Spain continued their commanding run in the 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with a 2-0 victory against Georgia at the Martínez Valero stadium in Elche on October 11, 2025. The match reinforced Spain’s dominance in Group E, marking their third consecutive win and maintaining their unbeaten status in the qualifiers.

Spain controlled possession with an overwhelming 83%, creating 17 attempts on goal, though they converted just two. Yeremy Pino opened the scoring in the 23rd minute following a well-constructed buildup involving Pedri and Le Normand. Later, Mikel Oyarzabal doubled the lead with an expertly taken free kick in the 63rd minute, which deceived Georgia’s goalkeeper, Mamardashvili.

Despite Spain’s attacking dominance, goalkeeper Unai Simón was called into action only once, making a significant save from a long-range effort by Georgia's Gocholishvili late in the match. Georgia struggled offensively, failing to register any shots on target and frequently retreating into a defensive five-man backline.

Coach Luis de la Fuente managed the squad with several substitutions during the game, including introducing Borja Iglesias and Aleix García to the field. Spain’s relentless offensive strategy underscored their status as frontrunners in the group, while Georgia faces a challenging road ahead to reach the playoffs, particularly with their next match against Turkey looming.

This solid performance by Spain follows emphatic wins over Turkey (6-0) and Bulgaria (3-0), exemplifying a team in fine form as they aim for qualification to the World Cup next summer.