Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the UEFA Nations League match.
Georgia
All of Georgia still cherishes the joyful moments of June 2024, including their first point in the final stage of the Euro, earned in a match against the Czech Republic (1:1). In that game, only 11 saves by Giorgi Mamardashvili secured the draw despite 27 shots from the Czechs, who should have scored three times (3.07 xG). The Georgians managed to score through a penalty by Georges Mikautadze, another national hero. For the September matches, Willy Sagnol has called up all his key players, including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Czech Republic
For the Czech Republic, the Euro in Germany was a complete disappointment. In a group where they could have easily progressed even in third place, they became part of Georgian football history and hampered their chances against Turkey by being reduced to ten men as early as the 20th minute. Notably, Ivan Hašek did not face dismissal despite their early elimination from the group stage. Interestingly, he has called up three goalkeepers for this squad, only one of whom has experience with the national team, amounting to just three matches.
Georgia - Czech Republic Prediction
The Czech side has conceded in seven consecutive games, even against weak opposition like Malta, although they haven't forgotten how to score either. The Georgians have also been scoring consistently in their last five matches, including against future European champions Spain.
