Guria Lanchkhuti snatched a gritty 2‑1 away victory over FC Didube in Georgia’s Erovnuli Liga 3 on 21 June 2026. The match in Tbilisi saw the visitors overturn an early deficit with two second‑half strikes to claim a crucial win in the race for promotion.

Match Story

FC Didube started the stronger side and took a deserved lead in the 23rd minute when forward Luka Chkhartishvili latched onto a through ball and slotted past the Guria goalkeeper. The hosts controlled possession but were unable to double their advantage before half‑time. Guria emerged with renewed energy after the break, pressing higher and forcing errors. The equaliser came in the 57th minute: a corner kick was met by defender Giorgi Sikhurulidze, whose header beat the Didube keeper. The momentum shifted decisively, and Guria grabbed the winner 10 minutes later through a swift counter‑attack finished by striker Davit Kapanadze.

Tactical Observations

Didube’s patient build‑up play was effective in the first half but they lacked a cutting edge in the final third. Guria’s decision to push their full‑backs higher after the interval stretched the home defence, creating space for their forwards. The visitors’ physicality in midfield also disrupted Didube’s rhythm, allowing Guria to dominate the second period.

Standout Players

• Davit Kapanadze (Guria) – Scored the winner and worked tirelessly as a lone striker.
• Giorgi Sikhurulidze (Guria) – A commanding presence at both ends; his equaliser changed the game.
• Luka Chkhartishvili (Didube) – Took his goal well but faded as the match progressed.

Impact on the Table

The victory lifted Guria Lanchkhuti to third place in Liga 3, strengthening their promotion push. FC Didube slipped to eighth, a mid‑table position that still offers hope of climbing but leaves little margin for error. Guria’s ability to win away from home will be vital in the second half of the season.