Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Bulgaria vs Georgia match as part of the World - World Cup Qualifying tournament.
Match events:
| G. Rusev (1 - 0) Assist: Z. Dimitrov | 10' | |||
| F. Krastev (2 - 0) Assist: Z. Dimitrov | 24' | |||
| 30' | O. Kiteishvili Tripping | |||
| 31' | G. Kvilitaia / A. Mekvabishvili | |||
| 45+2' | G. Kvilitaia Foul | |||
| M. Petkov / K. Despodov | 59' | |||
| V. Nikolov / Z. Dimitrov | 59' | |||
| S. Shopov / K. Stoyanov | 75' | |||
| M. Minchev / G. Rusev | 76' | |||
| 76' | G. Guliashvili / Z. Davitashvili | |||
| D. Mitov Delay of game | 84' | |||
| 86' | G. Abuashvili / O. Kiteishvili | |||
| 88' | L. Lochoshvili (2 - 1) Assist: G. Kvilitaia | |||
| I. Chochev / F. Krastev | 90' |
Welcome to the live broadcast of a European qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, where the Bulgarian national team hosts its direct competitor for a top spot, the Georgian national team, at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia. This is a 'six-pointer' for two ambitious teams.
Kick-off: November 18, 2025, 19:45 UTC (22:45 MSK) Stadium: Vasil Levski National Stadium, Sofia Competition: World Cup 2026 Qualifying (Europe)Bulgaria vs Georgia: Match Preview
Both teams come into this match needing to pick up points to keep their chances of qualifying from the group alive. The Georgian national team, under Willy Sagnol, achieved a historic success by qualifying for Euro 2024 and is on the rise. The Bulgarian national team, in turn, is undergoing a generational change but is traditionally resilient at home with the support of their fans. The head-to-head history favors Georgia, who are unbeaten against Bulgaria in the last three matches (two wins, one draw), including a crushing 5-2 victory in the 2022 Nations League.
Team Form and Analysis
Bulgaria
The 'Lions,' under Ilian Iliev, will be highly motivated to get revenge for recent setbacks in matches against Georgia. The team relies on an organized defense and fast counter-attacks. At home, the Bulgarians will try to impose a gritty, tough battle and use their chances on set pieces. The team's leader is captain Kiril Despodov.
Georgia
The 'Crusaders' are in a better psychological state. The team relies on a solid defense and fast counter-attacks, where the star of Napoli, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, plays a key role. In the match against the physical Bulgarians, the Georgians will try to impose their game through technique and speed. The visitors will be looking to extend their successful run in matches against Bulgaria.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Official lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
- Bulgaria (4-3-3): Dyulgerov; Popov, Petkov, Atanasov, Antov; Krastev, Gruev, Chochev; Despodov, Minchev, Delev.
- Georgia (5-3-2): Mamardashvili; Gocholeishvili, Kvirkvelia, Kashia, Dvali, Azarovi; Kiteishvili, Chakvetadze, Kochorashvili; Mikautadze, Kvaratskhelia.
Match Prediction by tutsport.net
Although Bulgaria is playing at home, the Georgian national team appears to be a slight favorite. Their recent successes, the presence of a world-class star in their squad, and a successful head-to-head history make the visitors' chances of success higher.
- Main Prediction: Georgia to Win or Draw (X2). The 'Crusaders' have gained good momentum and should at least avoid defeat against a direct competitor they have regularly beaten recently.
- Total Goals Prediction: Both teams to score. In two of the last three head-to-head meetings, both teams have scored. Given the attacking potential of both national teams, an exchange of goals can be expected.