Spain is well-prepared to win this European tournament and is currently one of the main favorites for the title. The team is well-balanced, with a strong mix of experienced players and young talent, which gives them a significant advantage.
Spain's last major success on the international stage was in 2023 when they won the UEFA Nations League, defeating Italy 1-0 in the semifinals and Croatia in the final on penalties (5-4).
In the last EURO in 2020, Spain secured bronze, narrowly missing out on the final after losing to Italy in the semifinals on penalties (2-4).
Spain qualified for EURO 2024 without any issues, finishing first in their group. They outpaced second-placed Scotland by 4 points and had a solid goal difference (25:5).
In the current tournament, Spain faced no significant problems and confidently topped their tough group. They secured maximum points (9), finishing 5 points ahead of Italy. Spain is the only team to have passed the group stage without dropping any points and not conceding a single goal while scoring 5.
In the first round, Spain comfortably defeated Croatia (3:0), dominating the match and looking sharp in attack. They applied significant pressure on Croatia's defense, which eventually crumbled.
Next, they managed to beat Italy (1:0), thanks to an own goal by Kalafiori. Neither team had enough strength to score more.
In the final group match, Spain overcame Albania (1:0), with Ferran Torres scoring from an Olmo assist in the 13th minute. Spain could have scored more goals but settled for the win.
Georgia currently boasts a very strong team, led by the talented Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has been performing well for Napoli. Goalkeeper Mamardashvili, who plays for Valencia in La Liga, is also showing excellent form. Many new stars have emerged for Georgia in this tournament, and we might see some transfers to top European clubs.
This year marks Georgia's first participation in the final stages of the European Championship and World Cup, a historic achievement. Their worst result was finishing last in their group in the 2010 World Cup qualifiers, with only 3 points from 10 matches.
Georgia made it to this European tournament through successful playoff progression, first defeating Luxembourg (2:0) and then Greece in a penalty shootout (4:2).
In the group stage of EURO 2024, Georgia performed well, finishing third in their group. With 4 points from 3 matches, they secured a spot in the playoffs as one of the best third-placed teams.
The tournament began poorly for Georgia with a 1:3 loss to Turkey, where both teams played attacking football, but Turkey was more precise.
Next was a 1:1 draw with the Czech Republic, where Georgia managed to hold on despite being pressured for long periods.
The decisive match for Georgia was their sensational 2:0 victory over Portugal. Khvicha scored an early goal, stunning Portugal, and they extended their lead early in the second half while defending solidly.
Historically, Spain and Georgia have faced each other 7 times. Spain won 6 of these matches, and Georgia won once. Spain averages 2.71 goals per match (19 goals), while Georgia averages 0.57 goals (4 goals).
The biggest victory in their encounters was by Spain (7:1) in a EURO 2024 qualifier in September 2023. So, friends, we are in for a very exciting game!
Prediction:
- Spain win (1): 1.21
- Draw (X): 4.40
- Georgia win (2): 9.20