Georgia vs Bulgaria 7 Sep 2025
Watch the football match Live between a team Georgia vs Bulgaria After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers .
This match is played on date 7 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Boris Paichadze Dinamo Arena (Tbilisi) – In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Georgia vs Bulgaria |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA Group E |
| Date | Sunday, September 7, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 13:00 UTC (16:00 local time, Tbilisi) |
| Venue | Boris Paitchadze Dinamo Arena, Tbilisi (Georgia) |
| Broadcast | GPB (Georgia), BNT 1 (Bulgaria), FIFA+ (Worldwide) |
| Last Meeting | Bulgaria 2–5 Georgia (June 5, 2022 – Nations League) |
| Head-to-Head | Georgia: 2 wins, Bulgaria: 3 wins, Draws: 2 |
🔎 Overview
Georgia made a powerful statement in Tbilisi, sweeping aside Bulgaria with a 3–0 win that lit up their World Cup qualification campaign. From the opening whistle, the hosts played with energy and confidence, while Bulgaria looked disjointed and unable to cope with Georgia’s pressing game.
This result pushes Georgia into serious contention in Group E, while Bulgaria’s struggles continue, leaving their hopes hanging by a thread.
🇬🇪 Georgia – Building Belief
For Georgia, this wasn’t just a victory—it was a showcase of progress. The home side, buoyed by the electric Dinamo Arena crowd, played with both structure and flair. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia once again proved his star status, combining dazzling dribbling with end product, while Georges Mikautadze delivered the killer blow in the second half.
Standout Players:
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – Scored the opener, tormented defenders throughout.
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Nika Gagnidze – Found the net before halftime, controlled midfield tempo.
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Georges Mikautadze – Finished the contest with a clinical strike.
Approach: Georgia’s 4-2-3-1 system worked to perfection, pressing high, winning second balls, and turning defence into attack quickly. Their attacking balance and defensive discipline impressed.
🇧🇬 Bulgaria – A Team in Trouble
Bulgaria entered the match desperate for points, but their performance reflected a side lacking belief. They defended deep, hoping to frustrate Georgia, yet were undone by poor organization and lapses in concentration. Up front, chances were scarce, and their midfield rarely connected with the forwards.
Notable Players:
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Kiril Despodov – Tried to create opportunities but was isolated.
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Valentin Antov – Worked hard at the back, but overwhelmed by pressure.
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Ilian Iliev – Showed technical flashes, but impact was limited.
Approach: A cautious 4-3-3 was deployed, but it quickly turned reactive. Once Georgia took control, Bulgaria never looked capable of responding.
📊 Head-to-Head Snapshot
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Total Meetings: 7
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✅ Bulgaria Wins: 3
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✅ Georgia Wins: 2
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🟰 Draws: 2
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⚽ Goals per Match: 2.8
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| TEAM | FORM |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 🟩 🟨 🟥 🟩 🟩 |
| Bulgaria | 🟥 🟥 🟨 🟥 🟥 |
Georgia are showing growth and consistency, while Bulgaria’s winless streak continues to highlight their crisis in form.
🎯 Match Verdict
Final Score: Georgia 3–0 Bulgaria
Georgia’s dominance was clear—they played proactive, attacking football and were rewarded with three goals and three points. Bulgaria, meanwhile, looked lost for ideas and are in danger of finishing near the bottom of the group.
This win feels like more than just three points for Georgia—it’s a sign of a nation steadily climbing the European football ladder.
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