Georgia finally found their groove, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opening the scoring in just the second minute and Georges Mikautadze doubling their advantage from the penalty spot after Luka Lochoshvili was brought down by Antonio Silva in the following minute. Georgia will advance into the last 16 as a result.
Portugal continue their attack and after much pinball, Jota’s cross finds its way out for a corner kick.
Here we will discuss the main points or high lights of Georgia National Football Team vs Portugal National Football Team Standings.
Here’s a table comparing the all-time best players from the Georgia National Football Team and the Portugal National Football Team:
| Position | Georgia (All-Time Players) | Portugal (All-Time Players) |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Giorgi Loria | Vítor Baía |
| RB | Otar Kakabadze | João Cancelo |
| CB | Kakhaber Kaladze | Pepe |
| CB | Guram Kashia | Ricardo Carvalho |
| LB | Giorgi Navalovski | Fabio Coentrão |
| CM | Jano Ananidze | Deco |
| CM | Temur Ketsbaia | Rui Costa |
| RW | Khvicha Kvaratskhelia | Luís Figo |
| LW | Levan Kobiashvili | Cristiano Ronaldo |
| ST | Shota Arveladze | Eusébio |
| ST | Giorgi Kinkladze | Pauleta |
| Coach | Vladimír Weiss | Fernando Santos |
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Georgia is ranked 3rd
Kvaratskhelia’s tireless running, scampering around with his socks rolled down and never-say-die attitude helped Georgia thrash Portugal in their opening Euro 2024 match. Kvaratskhelia was rewarded early with an early goal after Mikautadze put him through on the left and flashed a low finish past Diogo Costa’s despairing dive – before having another opportunity early in the second half but missing his shot completely.
Georgia experienced an up and down Euro qualifying campaign. They had to battle back from being down a goal against Turkey and Czech Republic before coming from behind in a 1-1 draw with Andorra to secure top spot in their Nations League group and eventually reaching their first ever playoff, where they beat Greece 4-2 on penalties to qualify for their first major tournament since independence.
Beginning their competition in Group F alongside Portugal, Turkey and Albania, Albania’s lowest-ranked team managed to take an unexpected third-place finish and enter Gelsenkirchen as an unexpected knockout stage contender – marking its inaugural appearance ever at any major tournament’s knockout phase!
Georgia scored its opening goal thanks to a penalty awarded by referee Marco Silva after Luka Lochoshvili was hit by Silva while skipping past him, clipped him with his leg while skipping, and caused significant contact between their bodies during a VAR review process. A low shot from Mikautadze found its mark perfectly into the corner; Georgia took another huge step toward history with this goal.
Portugal made a late push, with Joao Felix trying to force through a shot that flew wide of the far post and four minutes of additional time will be added in Gelsenkirchen.
Kvaratskhelia was given a yellow card at half time for his foul on Joao Neves. Neves screamed with pain before shaking his head in obvious discomfort before collapsing onto the ground in obvious discomfort; yet when protests were lodged with referee, all were waved off without penalty being issued by ref.
Portugal is ranked 1st
Portugal were hoping for a flawless Euro 2024 campaign and looked set to accomplish that against Georgia, who entered this group stage with one of the lowest combined rankings of any team competing. But their opening goal from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Georges Mikautadze sealed their own triumphant win at this level and knocked Portugal off course in devastating fashion.
Napoli caused shock from the off, as Kvaratskhelia of Napoli saw space and drove forward to finish past Diogo Costa with ease. His goal drew a standing ovation from fans at home before Mikautadze doubled their lead from the penalty spot after Antonio Silva brought down Lochoshvili.
Ronaldo attempted to cut into Portugal’s lead from free-kick position with his Real Madrid free-kick; however, Dvali blocked it well. Ronaldo was booked for dissent as play continued and continued protesting with raised fist as he headed towards half-time tunnel.
Portugal continued their possession-rich play after halftime but struggled to break through Georgia’s resilient defence. Joao Felix and Francisco Conceicao impressed most on the left wing for Portugal; Wolves midfielder Pedro Neto often deployed as a defender, missing his ability to surge down the right and cut inside onto his left foot – both features which Wolves midfielder Pedro Neto often excelled at executing during games with Portugal.
Portugal managed to qualify for the last 16 despite their defeat against Turkey earlier in Group F; they’ll face Spain at Cologne in their next matchup and hope not to repeat what proved such an embarrassing loss earlier.
Goals scored by team
Georgia made history when they defeated Portugal 2-0 to top Group F at Euro 2024 for the first time ever – this win marked Georgian nationalism at its best since independence was gained. Georgia will advance into the last 16 and face three-time European champion Spain next.
An incredible feat by an unlikely underdog team that endured a circuitous route to Germany through the Nations League and finished fourth in their regular qualifying group before eventually defeating Greece in a playoff. Yet they came equipped with confidence, showing they can compete with some of Europe’s finest sides.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s incredible strike early on gave Georgia an unexpected lead and set an audacious start for themselves in this tournament. It was the fifth-quickest goal ever scored at this event and marked a perfect beginning to Georgia’s campaign; moreover, it gave rise to many opportunities for their opponents, who looked menacing each time they made an attack forward.
Portugal battled back and nearly tied the game before halftime when Joao Felix and Francisco Conceicao’s devilish passing nearly made the difference, though Antonio Silva committed another mistake when he brought down Luka Lochoshvili inside the box.
After the break, Georgia struggled to create any chances on their own and were always dangerous on counterattack, with Dalot launching an effort from distance that Mamardashvili got down quickly to block.
Nelson Semedo attempted a close-range shot attempt, but it sailed well wide of its mark. Cristiano Ronaldo then suffered another setback when his header went just wide of the bar.
Georgia held onto their lead until late in the game, thanks to goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili making several saves and Stefanos Tachtsidis and Aleksandr Kakhadze both coming close in injury time. If Georgia prevails again next time they will finish third in Group E and play Slovenia on Monday evening at Cologne for their last-16 encounter.
Goals conceded by team
Georgia found themselves on the path to an unlikely Euro 2024 win against Portugal at Gelsenkirchen thanks to two quick goals early on from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Cristiano Ronaldo in just moments after kick-off. Cristiano Ronaldo attempted a free-kick response, which unfortunately missed its target by quite some distance.
Portugal began pressing forward in the second half, yet their options for attacking were limited. Nelson Semedo saw his close-up shot attempt blocked, Joao Felix and Ruben Neves failed to connect with crosses and Giorgi Mamardashvili foiled Ronaldo’s powerful shot – Ronaldo appealed for a penalty kick but this appeal was denied by referee Vujanovic.
Georgia used long ball tactics to keep pressure on Portugal, with Kvaratskhelia nearly scoring with one such cross that was deflected just wide of the post. Joao Palhinha tried his luck from distance with an ambitious attempt but Mamardashvili proved equal to it.
Portugal may have had control of possession, yet their forwards struggled to break through Georgia’s backline. Neves and Joao Palhinha each saw efforts blocked by Georgian defensive walls, while Cristiano Ronaldo saw his volley go wide of its target.
Georgia was much more dangerous on the counterattack, yet struggled to break down Portuguese defensive structures. Due to an unfortunate Antonio Silva moment, Luka Lochoshvili scored an outstanding goal that led him into scoring another one after which Antonio Silva received another booking for diving.
Georgia made history during their first-ever appearance at a major tournament when they emerged victorious with an historic upset victory against Portugal, giving Georgia an historic win and sending them through to the knockout stage where they will face either France or Belgium in the quarter-finals. Cristiano Ronaldo endured an unsuccessful day attacking, yet will surely take solace from this win which now ensures him being most-capped player ever seen at Europe’s premier international tournament.
