Dinamo Batumi secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Dila Gori in the Georgia Cup on October 29, 2026, with a brace from Giorgi Tsetskhladze helping the hosts take control of the cup tie at the Adjarabet Arena.

Dinamo Batumi’s attacking quality proved decisive in a match that was competitive for long periods but ultimately swung on the home side’s ability to turn possession into clear chances. Dila Gori responded well after falling behind and briefly restored parity before the interval, but Batumi’s second-half authority ensured there was no route back into the contest.

Match overview

Dinamo Batumi began the match on the front foot, pressing high and forcing Dila Gori into early mistakes. The hosts moved the ball quickly through midfield and looked to attack the spaces behind Dila’s defensive line. That approach was rewarded inside the opening quarter when Tsetskhladze opened the scoring with a composed finish.

Dila Gori gradually settled and found a foothold in the game. Their equaliser came from a well-worked move that exposed Batumi’s defensive transition, and for a spell the visitors looked capable of taking the lead. However, Batumi regained control after the break, scoring twice to put the tie beyond reach.

Key moments

• 14th minute: Dinamo Batumi took the lead when Giorgi Tsetskhladze timed his run into the box perfectly and finished from close range.
• 38th minute: Dila Gori equalised through Nika Kacharava, whose low strike from the edge of the area found the bottom corner.
• 57th minute: Batumi restored their advantage after Saba Todua met a cross from the left with a powerful header.
• 82nd minute: Tsetskhladze sealed the win with his second goal of the night, finishing a quick counterattack with a calm one-on-one effort.
• 89th minute: Dila Gori pushed forward late, but Batumi’s defence dealt with the danger comfortably to preserve the two-goal margin.

Tactical story

Dinamo Batumi’s 4-3-3 shape gave them width and penetration throughout the night. Their full-backs pushed forward aggressively, allowing the wide forwards to drift inside and create numerical advantages in central areas. The midfield trio worked hard to win second balls and recycle possession, ensuring Dila Gori were rarely able to build sustained pressure.

Dila Gori’s best moments came when they pressed higher and forced turnovers in Batumi’s half. Their equaliser was a reminder of how dangerous they could be in transition, but they struggled to maintain that intensity after the interval. As Batumi increased the tempo, Dila were forced deeper, and the hosts’ superior quality in the final third made the difference.

Standout players

Giorgi Tsetskhladze was the clear standout, with two well-taken goals and constant movement that unsettled Dila Gori’s back line. Saba Todua’s header was another crucial contribution, while Batumi’s midfield kept the game under control during the decisive second-half spell. For Dila Gori, Nika Kacharava was their most threatening player and took his goal well, but he was unable to inspire a late comeback.

Cup impact

The 3-1 win gives Dinamo Batumi a strong advantage in the Georgia Cup tie and reinforces their reputation as one of the competition’s most dangerous attacking sides. A two-goal cushion heading into the next meeting means Dila Gori will need a significantly improved second-leg performance to overturn the deficit.

For Batumi, the challenge now is to carry the momentum into their domestic league fixtures while managing the tie carefully. For Dila, the result is a setback, but the away goal keeps their hopes alive ahead of what should be a tense return match.