Torpedo Kutaisi win five-goal Erovnuli Liga battle against Samgurali

Torpedo Kutaisi defeated FC Samgurali Tskhaltubo 3-2 in a gripping Georgia Erovnuli Liga encounter on September 14, 2026. The home side twice pulled ahead, were pegged back by a resilient Samgurali team, and then found a late winner to secure all three points in front of their supporters.

The match was one of the most entertaining fixtures of the round, featuring end-to-end play, sharp finishing, and a tactical battle between Torpedo’s possession game and Samgurali’s quick counter-attacks. Torpedo Kutaisi’s victory strengthens their push toward the top places in the Erovnuli Liga table, while Samgurali will take encouragement from a brave away performance despite the defeat.

Match overview

Torpedo Kutaisi began the match with intent, controlling the ball and forcing Samgurali deep into their own half. The opening goal arrived early, and it seemed the hosts might take full control. However, Samgurali responded with a well-taken equaliser and continued to threaten whenever they won possession in midfield.

After Torpedo restored their lead before half-time, the second half became a tactical chess match. Samgurali equalised for a second time, but Torpedo’s superior depth and home advantage told in the closing stages. The winning goal came from a moment of individual quality, sending the home crowd into celebration.

Key moments

• 9th minute: Tornike Mumladze gave Torpedo Kutaisi the lead with a low shot after a neat exchange on the edge of the box.
• 27th minute: FC Samgurali Tskhaltubo equalised when Levan Khmaladze finished a swift counter-attack.
• 41st minute: Irakli Bidzinashvili restored Torpedo’s advantage with a header from a corner.
• 58th minute: Samgurali made it 2-2 through Giorgi Pantsulaia, who converted from close range after a defensive mix-up.
• 76th minute: Davit Skhirtladze scored the winner for Torpedo, curling a shot beyond the goalkeeper.
• 90th minute: Samgurali pushed numbers forward but could not find a third equaliser.

Tactical story

Torpedo Kutaisi lined up with a midfield-heavy shape designed to dominate possession and create overloads on the flanks. Their full-backs were aggressive, and the central midfielders looked to play between the lines. That approach produced two goals, but it also left space for Samgurali to exploit on the break.

Samgurali Tskhaltubo were compact without the ball and direct when they won it. Their two goals came from quick transitions, showing that they had a clear plan to hurt Torpedo. In the end, however, Torpedo’s ability to keep creating chances in the final third made the difference, especially in the closing 15 minutes.

Standout players

Davit Skhirtladze was Torpedo Kutaisi’s match-winner, producing the decisive moment with a composed finish. Irakli Bidzinashvili and Tornike Mumladze also played key roles in attack. For Samgurali, Levan Khmaladze and Giorgi Pantsulaia were the standout performers, taking their goals well and leading the counter-attacking effort.

What the result means

The win keeps Torpedo Kutaisi in the conversation near the top of the Georgia Erovnuli Liga standings, where every home victory is crucial in the race for European qualification. For FC Samgurali Tskhaltubo, the loss leaves them with a difficult away day behind them, but the performance showed they can compete against stronger opponents. Torpedo’s ability to win tight matches at home could be one of the defining factors of their season.