Spain Favorites to Beat Georgia in Euro Cup
Spain is heavily favored to win their round of 16 match against Georgia in the European Championship, but the Georgians are looking to continue their impressive run in their first Euro Cup appearance. Despite being the underdogs, Georgia has already become national heroes and will look to pull off a major upset against one of the tournament favorites.
Coach Gerard Nus Knows Georgia Well
Georgia coach Willy Sagnol has a strong team with players in great form, including top scorer Mikautadze. However, it’s their teamwork and ability to retreat and counter-attack that has proven to be their strength. Coach Gerard Nus, who was an assistant coach in Greece until recently, knows Georgia well and believes they will sit back and wait for their moment to attack.
Spain Must Be Aware of Counterattacks
Nus emphasizes the importance of playing in superiority on the sides to catch Georgia by surprise and create gaps. The Spanish midfielders and centre-backs must be aware of counterattacks with defensive vigilance, particularly on the left wing where Kvaratskhelia is the only one who enjoys a certain freedom to carry out individualities.
Georgia’s Strengths and Weaknesses
Georgia’s two-man defense and ability to retreat and counter-attack make them a difficult team to break down. However, their attacking game is not as strong, and they often rely on individual efforts from their players. Spain’s experienced defense and midfield will be key to breaking down Georgia’s strong defense and creating scoring opportunities.
No Room for Complacency
Despite being the heavy favorites, Spain cannot afford to be complacent against Georgia. The Georgians have nothing to lose and will look to cause an upset. Spain’s three wins and no goals conceded in the Euro Cup so far will not guarantee them a win against Georgia, and they must be prepared for a tough and physical match.
