TBILISI (Reuters) - Spain striker Dani Olmo snatched a 2-1 win away to Georgia in their World Cup qualifier on Sunday with a stoppage-time strike from outside the area to kick-start his side's efforts to qualify for Qatar 2022 after a sluggish start. Later on Sunday Kosovo were opening their campaign at home to Sweden, who beat Georgia 1-0 in their first match. Spain host Kosovo on Wednesday, while Georgia visit Greece. Spain coach Luis Enrique reacted immediately after the break by introducing Olmo and defender Inigo Martinez, while the experienced Thiago Alcantara came on moments before they drew level. Spain were far more direct after the break but still struggled to negotiate their way past Georgia's disciplined defence, only getting the goal they craved when Olmo took matters into his own hands with his long-distance strike.

Source: Egypt Today March 28, 2021 18:45 UTC