Georgia vs Ukraine Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Nations League | November 16, 2024

Georgia vs Ukraine Preview

• Tournament: UEFA Nations League
• Date: Saturday, November 16
• Kick-off Time: 5:00  pm GMT
• Venue: Adjarabet Arena, Batumi, Georgia.

Georgia National Football Team, with an aim to touch the top spot of the UEFA Nations League, League B Group 1, will host Ukraine next. Only two points differentiate the two teams between the second and last spot. So, we are about to expect a game of high intensity.

Georgia have two wins, and two draws in their four games. Of the two losses, one came against Ukraine, so it must be a game of revenge for the side. The Ukraine national team have only one win, and it came against Georgia. The side drew against toppers Czechia too, so fighting against a side above them in ranks won’t affect them much. Also, since they already won the first leg, they must be well aware of the opponents. The side is placed last but even the slightest of results in their favour would change the scenario.

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Georgia Team News

Georgia have a fit squad, free from injuries, and suspensions, but they will be worried about missing their key defender Saba Goglichidze, who was not included for injury.

Ukraine Team News

Ukraine also have a fit squad, free from injuries, and suspensions, except for a big blow in the form of the absence of goalie Andriy Lunin, who has not been called for last moment injury.

Georgia vs Ukraine Predicted Lineups

Georgia Predicted Lineup

Goalkeeper: Mamardashvili; 

Defenders: Gvelesiani, Kashia, Dvali; 

Midfielders: Kakabadze, Kochorashvili, Kiteischvili, Chakvetadze, Lochoshvili; 

Forwards: Mikautadze, Kvaratskhelia

Ukraine predicted lineup:

Goalkeeper: Trubin; 

Defenders: Konoplya, Zabarnyi, Talovyerov, Matviyenko; 

Midfielders: Brazhko; Hutsulyak, Shaparenko, Sudakov, Mudryk; 

Forwards: Dovbyk

Head-to-Head Record

Georgia and Ukraine have met a total of six times to date only. In those meetings, Georgia won zero games and Ukraine won four. Two of the games ended in a draw. Records indicate that the Ukraine international football team have been the dominants in this rivalry.

Key Players to Watch in Georgia vs Ukraine

Giorgi Mamardashvili (Georgia)

The Liverpool-bound goalie is probably the most high-profile name in the squad currently. His ability to rush out on crucial moments, stop long rangers, and opt for quick and correct reflexes is a big plus for Georgia, and also a big reason for their good run in the group/ league.

Against a star-studded attack, Giorgi needs to stay firm, and if he does, Georgia can etch their first win against Ukraine. He needs to give his best to help Georgia push up the ranks, and eye a top two spot. The GK has also been the lone hope for last placed Valencia CF in La Liga table.

Artem Dovbyk (Ukraine)

The AS Roma striker has been Ukraine’s top striker for some time now. It was his goal in the last game against the Czech Republic which equalized the scores for his nation. He has 11 goals and four assists in the 33 international games for the senior national team.

The 27-year-old has often been out of play for injuries in the past, but now he is finally seeing the light. So, goals from him are expected in this game. His Italian experience should also yield some results. 

Georgia vs Ukraine Prediction

This game should see a victory for the Ukraine national football team, as they have bigger names in the attack, and as records state, Georgia have never beaten Ukraine in the sport. Currently, slogging at the bottom shouldn’t affect Ukraine, as they have already beaten Georgia in the first leg, and only need to repeat the performance.

Predicted Score: Georgia 3-4 Ukraine

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