Overview
- Spain beat Georgia 2-0 in World Cup qualifying at the Estadio Martínez Valero, with Martin Zubimendi starting in midfield.
- Per Sofascore- and Squawka-reported data, Zubimendi completed 91 of 96 passes (95%), hit 7/7 long balls and won all 7 of his duels, adding tackles and interceptions.
- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente described Zubimendi and Mikel Merino as among his most underrated players in post‑match comments.
- Spain have maintained a perfect record in their qualifying campaign with no draws or losses reported so far.
- In EL MUNDO, Zubimendi said the squad does not discuss being favourites, and club outlets expect him to return to Arsenal’s starting XI at Fulham before Spain face Bulgaria.