Georgia

Georgia

The Georgia national football team represents the country in international competitions under the Georgian Football Federation, founded in 1936 and a UEFA/FIFA member since 1992 following independence from the Soviet Union. For decades a modest European side, Georgia made history by qualifying for UEFA Euro 2024 through the UEFA Nations League playoff — their first-ever major tournament appearance. At Euro 2024, they stunningly defeated defending champions Portugal 2-0 in the group stage and reached the Round of 16. Key figures include Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Napoli/PSG), one of Europe's most exciting attackers, and goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili (Valencia). The team competes at Dinamo Arena in Tbilisi. The 2024 European Championship campaign marked a watershed moment, transforming Georgia into one of European football's most exciting emerging nations.