Captain and goalscorer for Georgia in their 3-0 win over Bulgaria, 24-year-old forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia helped keep his nation’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup alive. The Paris Saint-Germain player spoke in the mixed zone about the victory.
Kvaratskhelia: “We followed the coach’s instructions to the letter”
“Today, being captain was a big responsibility. I’m very happy to have been able to lead the team on the pitch. Everything went well.
As for the match, I judge it positively, except for the first five minutes. Beyond that, we played perfectly, we followed the coach’s instructions to the letter, but there were moments we need to improve and correct, and where we could have scored.”
Georgia continues to believe in its chances of qualifying for the World Cup—a positive sign for Kvaratskhelia and his teammates. The PSG forward proved himself a true leader, driving his team to an important victory. It also highlights his growth in recent months, both in terms of leadership and performance.
Let’s hope he can carry his team all the way to qualification, which would be a remarkable achievement for Georgia. Unfortunately, the challenge ahead looks daunting, with an away clash against Spain on October 11.
