Match Report: FC Kolkheti Poti vs. Gareji Sagarejo – Georgia Erovnuli Liga 2

Overview

FC Kolkheti Poti and Gareji Sagarejo played out a 1-1 draw in the Georgian Erovnuli Liga 2 on May 16, 2026. The stalemate sees both teams remain in the upper half of the table, but neither could close the gap on the promotion-chasing pack.

Match Summary

The game started at a high tempo, with both sides creating early chances. Poti took the lead in the 18th minute through a fine individual effort from winger Giorgi Beridze, who cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner.

Gareji Sagarejo grew into the contest and equalised just before halftime. A defensive mishap from a corner allowed striker Lasha Odisharia to prod the ball home from close range.

Second Half and Missed Opportunities

The second half was an open battle, with both goalkeepers called into action. Poti came closest to winning it when a header from centre-back Davit Kipiani struck the crossbar in the 73rd minute. Gareji’s best chance fell to substitute Temur Tskhadadze, but his shot was saved by Poti’s keeper at full stretch.

League Implications

The draw leaves Poti in 4th place with 30 points, while Gareji sit 5th on 28 points. The top two places are now nine points clear, making automatic promotion seem a distant target unless either side can string together a run of wins.

Attendance: 1,100