Match Report: Samgurali Tskh 2-1 Torpedo Kutaisi | Georgia Erovnuli Liga – 14 June 2026

Opening Summary

Samgurali Tskh claimed a vital 2-1 home victory over Torpedo Kutaisi in the Georgia Erovnuli Liga on 14 June 2026, pulling three points clear of the relegation zone in front of a passionate crowd at the Mikheil Meskhi-2 Stadium. The result snapped a four-match winless run for the hosts and deepened Torpedo’s mid-table stagnation.

First-Half Action

The match burst into life inside the opening quarter-hour. Samgurali’s speedy winger, Luka Zarandia, latched onto a through ball down the left channel and cut inside onto his right foot, curling a low shot inside the far post to give the hosts an early 1-0 lead. Torpedo responded with intent, controlling possession for long spells, but struggled to break down a compact Samgurali defensive block. Goalkeeper Giorgi Loria made two sharp saves to keep the advantage intact before the break.

Second-Half Drama and Key Moments

The visitors equalised five minutes after the restart. A corner kick was only partially cleared, and Torpedo midfielder Giorgi Kimadze smashed a volley from 20 yards that took a slight deflection off a defender, wrong-footing Loria and nestling into the bottom corner. Samgurali, however, refused to settle for a point. In the 73rd minute, a quick counter-attack saw substitute Nodar Kavtaradze release striker Davit Skhirtladze, who shrugged off a defender and slotted calmly past the advancing goalkeeper to restore the lead at 2-1.

Tactical Story

Samgurali head coach Giorgi Chkareuli set up in a compact 4-4-2, aiming to hit Torpedo on the break. The strategy paid off as the home side generated several dangerous transitions, particularly in the second half. Torpedo, under Davit Khocholava, dominated territory and had more attempts on goal (14 to Samgurali’s 9), but lacked precision in the final third. The visitors’ failure to convert possession into clear-cut chances proved costly.

Standout Players

• Davit Skhirtladze (Samgurali) – The striker’s physical presence and intelligent movement troubled the Torpedo centre-backs all night. His winning goal was a moment of clinical finishing.
• Giorgi Loria (Samgurali) – The veteran goalkeeper made five saves, including two crucial stops at 1-1, to ensure his side took all three points.
• Giorgi Kimadze (Torpedo) – Scored a fine equaliser and was the visitors’ most creative outlet, but couldn’t inspire a comeback.

Table Impact

The victory lifts Samgurali to 10th place with 22 points, three clear of the relegation playoff spot. Torpedo Kutaisi remain 7th on 27 points, now seven points adrift of the European qualification places with nine matches left. For Samgurali, this result provides a huge boost in their fight to avoid the drop.