Fixtures

Georgia First League 09/11 12:00 22 Merani Martvili vs FC Spaeri - View
Georgia First League 09/15 14:00 23 Dinamo Tbilisi II vs Merani Martvili - View
Georgia First League 09/20 12:00 24 Merani Martvili vs FC Gonio - View
Georgia First League 09/27 12:00 25 Meshakhte Tkibuli vs Merani Martvili - View
Georgia First League 10/01 12:00 26 FC Iberia 1999 II vs Merani Martvili - View
Georgia First League 10/05 12:00 27 Merani Martvili vs FC Samtredia - View

Results

Georgia First League 08/30 14:00 21 [6] Lokomotiv Tbilisi v Merani Martvili [3] D 1-1
Georgia First League 08/25 13:00 20 [3] Merani Martvili v Sioni Bolnisi [5] L 2-4
Georgia First League 08/18 16:00 19 [2] FC Rustavi v Merani Martvili [3] L 2-0
Georgia First League 08/11 13:00 18 [9] FC Samtredia v Merani Martvili [2] L 4-1
Georgia First League 08/04 13:00 17 Merani Martvili v FC Iberia 1999 II W 1-0
Georgia Cup 07/26 12:30 4 Meshakhte Tkibuli v Merani Martvili L 3-1
Georgia Cup 07/19 12:30 5 FC Iuji-35 v Merani Martvili W 2-8
Georgia First League 06/01 13:00 16 [2] Merani Martvili v Meshakhte Tkibuli [3] W 1-0
Georgia First League 05/28 16:00 15 [8] FC Gonio v Merani Martvili [2] L 3-0
Georgia First League 05/24 13:00 14 [2] Merani Martvili v Dinamo Tbilisi II [10] W 2-1
Georgia First League 05/20 13:00 13 [1] FC Spaeri v Merani Martvili [2] L 3-0
Georgia First League 05/15 13:00 12 [2] Merani Martvili v Lokomotiv Tbilisi [8] L 0-2

Stats

 TotalHomeAway
Matches played 34 17 17
Wins 18 11 7
Draws 5 1 4
Losses 11 5 6
Goals for 60 34 26
Goals against 47 21 26
Clean sheets 11 6 5
Failed to score 7 2 5

Wikipedia - FC Merani Martvili

FC Merani Martvili is a Georgian association football club based in Martvili. Following the 2024 season, they earned promotion to Erovnuli Liga 2, the 2nd division of Georgian football.

Being one of the youngest clubs, Merani have spent five seasons in the top division and once reached the final of the David Kipiani Cup.

History

Football clubs from Martvili have previously been called Salkhino Gegechkori (Soviet times), Chkondidi Martvili and Salkhino Martvili.

FC Merani was founded by Georgian ex-minister of communications Fridon Injia in 2006.

In their first season in Pirveli liga under head coach Malkhaz Zhvania, Merani came 3rd and until the promotion to Umaglesi Liga in 2011/12 they stayed among the top five clubs.

In 2010, Merani became a first II league club to play in David Kipiani Cup semifinals where they lost 1–2 on aggregate to WIT Georgia, the Cup winners of the season. The next year Merani successfully completed their season and as a second-placed team gained promotion to the top flight.

During the next five seasons in Umaglesi Liga Merani achieved the best result in their first year when they came 5th during the regular season and earned a place in the championship round. In other cases, the club was mostly involved in relegation battles.

In 2015/16, Merani were relegated. In the same year, they managed to reach the Cup final after having eliminated Dila, Kolkheti 1913 and Chikhura in previous rounds, but in the title-deciding game held in Zestaponi the team was beaten by Torpedo Kutaisi.

Merani came close back to Erovnuli Liga in 2017, although they were unable to beat Kolkheti 1913 in promotion play-offs.

At the end of the next season Merani lost the last two league games and surprisingly finished at the bottom of the table, which implied an automatic relegation. After one year spent in Liga 3 though they returned to the second division.

In early 2021, Pridon Injia quit the club and Jesi Surmava, the head of Martvili Football School, took over the management, which resulted in major changes among both staff and squad members. 27 year-old head coach Tsotne Moniava in his first year in charge of a professional club was named the Manager of Round IV (October–December) after guiding Merani to the bronze medals and promotion playoffs. Besides, Merani's two players were included in the symbolic team. Despite a two-goal advantage achieved at home after the first game against Torpedo Kutaisi, the club suffered a heart-breaking extra-time defeat during a dramatic and action-packed return leg.

Two years later, Merani suffered an automatic relegation, although after a single season in Liga 3 snatched a last-gasp aggregate play-off victory over Shturmi to seal promotion back to the 2nd division.

**Merani Martvili Soccer Team Description**

Merani Martvili is a prominent soccer team based in the picturesque town of Martvili, Georgia. Established in the early 1990s, the club has a rich history and a passionate fan base that embodies the spirit of local pride and community. The team's name, "Merani," translates to "hero" in Georgian, reflecting the club's commitment to excellence and determination on the field.

Competing in the Georgian football leagues, Merani Martvili is known for its dynamic playing style, characterized by skillful ball control, strategic teamwork, and an unwavering fighting spirit. The team's colors, traditionally a vibrant mix of blue and white, symbolize unity and resilience, inspiring both players and supporters alike.

Merani Martvili's home matches are held at the local stadium, where fans gather to cheer on their heroes, creating an electrifying atmosphere that showcases the deep-rooted love for soccer in the region. The club is dedicated to nurturing local talent, providing young athletes with opportunities to develop their skills and pursue their dreams in the beautiful game.

With a focus on community engagement and youth development, Merani Martvili not only aims for success on the pitch but also strives to be a positive force in the lives of its supporters and the broader Martvili community. As they continue to compete at higher levels, Merani Martvili remains a symbol of hope and ambition, embodying the heart and soul of Georgian soccer.