Georgia and Czech Republic Draw in Euro 2024 Group F Clash

Georgia Earns First Point in Euro History

In a thrilling encounter at the Imtech Arena in Hamburg, Georgia and the Czech Republic played to a 1-1 draw in their Group F clash at Euro 2024. The match marked Georgia's first point in the tournament's history.

Mikautadze Gives Georgia the Lead

Georgia took the lead in the 17th minute when Georges Mikautadze headed home a cross from the left flank. The goal sparked wild celebrations among the Georgian fans in the stadium.

Czech Republic Equalizes

However, the Czech Republic responded well and equalized just 10 minutes later. Jakub Jankto unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box that flew into the top corner of the net.

Chances for Both Teams

Both teams had chances to win the game in the second half, but neither side could find the decisive goal. Georgia came close through a Valeri Qazaishvili header, while the Czech Republic had a penalty claim turned down.

Points Shared

In the end, the teams had to settle for a point each. Georgia will be delighted to have earned their first point in the tournament, while the Czech Republic will be disappointed not to have taken all three points.

Player Ratings

Georgia:
Giorgi Loria (6.5)
Guram Kashia (7.0)
Gia Grigalava (6.5)
Otar Kakabadze (6.0)
Luka Lochoshvili (6.5)
Jaba Kankava (7.0)
Valeri Qazaishvili (6.5)
Georges Mikautadze (7.5)
Giorgi Aburjania (6.0)
Tornike Okriashvili (6.0)
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (6.5)

Czech Republic:
Tomas Vaclik (6.5)
Jan Boril (6.5)
Ondrej Celustka (7.0)
Tomas Kalas (6.5)
Vladimir Coufal (6.5)
Antonin Barak (6.5)
Tomas Soucek (7.0)
Jakub Jankto (7.5)
Lukas Masopust (6.0)
Patrik Schick (6.5)
Michael Krmencik (6.0)