Georgia vs Romania

Georgia and Romania shared a point at Mikheil Meskhi Stadium on Tuesday, playing out a lively 1-1 draw in their international friendly. A scoreless first half gave way to a frantic second period that produced both goals and a sharper edge between the two sides. Giorgi Kvilitaia gave the hosts the lead in the 47th minute, drilling a right-footed shot from the centre of the area into the top-left corner. Romania responded swiftly — Louis Munteanu drew them level in the 55th minute with a powerful header from close range, set up by Vladimir Screciu. The tempo kept rising in the closing stages, with both Radu Drăgușin and Kvilitaia picking up yellow cards as neither team was willing to settle. For Georgia, it was a respectable result at home, showing they can compete against solid European opposition. Romania will take heart from their quick recovery after going behind, though both squads will feel a winner was there for the taking.