FC Iberia Tbilisi 2010 2-3 Margveti 2006: Away Side Snatch Dramatic Comeback in Georgia

In an absorbing Georgia Erovnuli Liga 3 clash on May 7, 2026, Margveti 2006 produced a stirring second‑half comeback to defeat FC Iberia Tbilisi 2010 3-2 on the road. The match at the Iberia Training Ground swung wildly, with the hosts dominating early before a resilient Margveti side flipped the script.

Match Overview

The opening stages belonged entirely to Iberia Tbilisi. With the home crowd behind them, they pressed relentlessly and scored twice inside the first 25 minutes. A quick‑fire brace from striker Luka Chkhetia seemed to put the hosts in complete control. Margveti, however, refused to capitulate and gradually grew into the contest. Their persistence paid off before half‑time when midfielder Giorgi Kvekveskiri pulled one back with a composed finish from the edge of the area.

Second‑Half Turnaround

The visitors emerged from the tunnel with renewed intensity. They equalised early in the second period through a well‑worked set‑piece, with defender Nika Lomidze heading home from a corner. The momentum had completely shifted, and Iberia began to look shaky at the back. Margveti’s winner came on 71 minutes: a swift counter‑attack ended with substitute forward Saba Akhalaia slotting past the advancing goalkeeper.

Key Moments

• 14' – Luka Chkhetia (Iberia) opened the scoring after a defensive mix‑up.
• 24' – Chkhetia added his second, ghosting onto a through ball and finishing first time.
• 45+1' – Giorgi Kvekveskiri (Margveti) halved the deficit before the break.
• 52' – Nika Lomidze (Margveti) equalised with a powerful header.
• 71' – Saba Akhalaia (Margveti) completed the comeback with a clinical finish.

Standout Performers

Iberia’s Luka Chkhetia looked unstoppable for the first half‑hour, but Margveti’s Giorgi Kvekveskiri was the driving force in midfield, dictating play after the restart. Margveti’s goalkeeper also made crucial saves late on to preserve the slender lead.

Table Implications

The win lifts Margveti 2006 into the top five of the Erovnuli Liga 3 table, while Iberia Tbilisi 2010 slip to 8th. For the hosts, the defeat is a bitter pill to swallow after such a dominant start, highlighting the defensive frailties that have plagued their campaign.