Iveria Khashuri 1-3 Torpedo Kutaisi – Georgia Cup Round Report

Torpedo Kutaisi progressed smoothly to the next stage of the Georgia Cup with a commanding 3-1 win away at Iveria Khashuri on July 26, 2026. The Georgian Premier League side showed their class against the lower-division hosts, controlling possession and creating numerous chances throughout the ninety minutes.

Match Summary

Iveria Khashuri, a club from the Georgian regional leagues, gave a spirited account of themselves but were ultimately outclassed by a Torpedo side that has been in fine form. The visitors opened the scoring early, added a second just before half-time, and seized control with a third after the break. Iveria pulled one back from a penalty in the final quarter-hour, but the comeback never materialised.

How the Game Unfolded

• 8th minute – Torpedo strike first: A cross from the right flank found the head of Torpedo’s target man, who nodded past the stranded Iveria goalkeeper. The early goal settled any nerves for the favourites.
• 40th minute – Torpedo double lead: A defensive mix-up in the Iveria box allowed Torpedo’s midfielder to steal in and poke home from six yards. The hosts had looked solid after the first goal but were caught napping just before the interval.
• 58th minute – Torpedo make it three: A swift counter-attack saw the ball worked to Torpedo’s left-winger, who cut inside and curled a beautiful shot into the top corner. Game over as a contest.
• 75th minute – Iveria consolation: A handball in the Torpedo area gave Iveria a lifeline. The home side’s captain stepped up and converted the penalty low to the goalkeeper’s left, but Torpedo easily managed the remaining minutes.

Competition Context

The Georgia Cup is a knockout tournament that brings together teams from all tiers of Georgian football. Torpedo Kutaisi are three-time winners of the competition (most recently in 2022) and will be aiming to regain the trophy. Iveria Khashuri, meanwhile, can be proud of their performance against a top-flight opponent, having earned the respect of their higher-ranked rivals.

Standing for Torpedo

This victory continues an impressive start to the 2026 season for Torpedo Kutaisi. Already sitting among the top four in the Erovnuli Liga (Georgia’s top division), the club now has a realistic chance of cup glory as they advance to the quarter-finals. Their depth and tactical flexibility were on full display here, with key players rested yet still producing a dominant display.

Player of the Match: Torpedo’s number 11, who scored the third goal and provided two assists, was the standout performer. His direct running and creativity unlocked the Iveria defence time and again.