Spain maintained their 100% winning start to World Cup qualifying with a routine win against Georgia in Elche.
Crystal Palace midfielder Yeremy Pino opened the scoring in the 24th minute, tapping in Robin le Normand’s knockdown from close range.
Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili then gave away a penalty by bringing down Ferran Torres in the box, but the 25-year-old redeemed himself by saving the Barcelona forward’s spot-kick.
Tottenham full-back Pedro Porro curled a superb strike against the post as Spain continued to dominate and create chances.
And Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal eventually doubled the hosts’ lead with a stunning free-kick, beating Mamardashvili at his near post with a powerful effort.
The win leaves Spain on course to qualify for next year’s tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States, with Luis de la Fuente’s side top of Group E with nine points from their three matches.
Spain continue their qualification campaign against Bulgaria – who lost 6-1 at home to second-placed Turkey – on Tuesday (7.45pm BST).
Credit: www.bbc.com
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