The Georgian national team faces a daunting task in their final UEFA Euro group match against powerhouse Portugal, and their star player, Kvaratskhelia, has expressed his excitement at the prospect of sharing the pitch with his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.
With two victories under their belt, Portugal has secured their spot in the next round, while Georgia, having collected one point, needs a win in their last match to keep their qualification hopes alive. Despite the challenge, the 23-year-old Kvaratskhelia is not daunted but thrilled by the opportunity to play alongside Ronaldo.
In a pre-match interview, Kvaratskhelia shared, “He (Ronaldo) is my idol, and I’ve always dreamed of playing with him. So, this is a dream come true for me. Let’s see what happens in the final game.” Similarly, midfielder Davitashvili is eager to confront Portugal, expressing no fear: “Playing against Ronaldo is an honor, but I am not afraid. I’m looking forward to this match because it’s an opportunity to show that we can perform well against top teams.”
The Group F clash between Portugal and Georgia is scheduled for June 27 at 3 am, and Ronaldo might be rested, with manager Martinez potentially giving starting nod to another forward, Gonçalo Ramos.
