Overview
- De la Fuente says he will select the best available lineup against Georgia with the goal of leaving World Cup qualification virtually sealed.
- He expects a difficult test against a Georgia side with talent from major European leagues and, despite Spain’s long unbeaten run, urges a grounded approach focused on performance.
- Addressing Lamine Yamal, he notes the winger’s absence followed a last‑minute pubis treatment reported with late club notification, while stressing the player’s long future with Spain and “wonderful” relations with Barcelona that can still improve.
- He cautions that a congested schedule will likely cause more injuries and accepts Spain may lose players before the World Cup.
- He underscores depth by praising Dani Olmo’s versatility, discusses right‑back options, and opens the briefing with condolences for the late coach Xabier Azkargorta.