On 1st October 2024, FC Makhinjauri faced FC LIONS in a league match held at the venue of ????????. The match commenced at 12:30 PM and concluded with FC Makhinjauri suffering a 1-3 defeat against their opponents.
FC Makhinjauri adopted a 4-2-3-1 formation, a setup that allows for a solid defensive base while providing attacking options through the midfield. The goalkeeper, ?????? ?????????, was shielded by a back four comprising right defender ??????? ?????????, central defenders ?????? ??????? and ???? ??????, alongside left defender ???? ??????????. In the midfield, the two central midfielders, ???? ????????? and ???? ?????????, were tasked with controlling the tempo and distributing the ball effectively. The attacking trio featured right attacking midfielder ???? ?????????, central attacking midfielder ????? ????????, and left attacking midfielder ???? ????????, all supporting the lone striker, ???? ????????, whose role was to convert chances into goals.
The substitutes for this match were ?????? ????????, ???? ?????????, and ???? ?????????, who would later be called upon as the match unfolded.
The match kicked off with intensity, and FC Makhinjauri found themselves under pressure early on. In the 11th minute, a yellow card was issued to one of their players, signalling the aggressive nature of the game. Just a minute later, FC Makhinjauri was awarded a penalty, which was expertly converted by their central attacking midfielder, ????? ????????. This early goal put them ahead, igniting hopes of a potential victory.
However, FC LIONS quickly responded. In the 17th minute, they were awarded a penalty of their own, which they converted to level the score. The momentum shifted in favour of FC LIONS, who took the lead in the 30th minute with a well-executed goal from inside the box. FC Makhinjauri struggled to regain control as their opponents capitalised on the growing confidence.
As the first half drew to a close, FC LIONS extended their lead further in the 37th minute with a fluid team move that culminated in another goal. The half-time whistle blew shortly after, with FC Makhinjauri trailing 1-3 and needing a significant turnaround to salvage the match.
In the second half, changes were made to the FC Makhinjauri lineup as they sought to inject fresh energy into their performance. In the 41st minute, they made two substitutions: the left defender, ???? ??????????, was replaced by ?????? ????????, and central midfielder, ???? ?????????, made way for the arrival of ???? ?????????. These tactical adjustments aimed to bolster their defence and midfield dynamics.
The match continued with FC Makhinjauri searching for a way back into the game, but they struggled to create clear-cut chances. In the 62nd minute, another substitution saw the departure of their goal scorer, ????? ????????, who was replaced by the fresh legs of ???? ?????????. Despite these efforts, FC Makhinjauri was unable to penetrate the resolute defence of FC LIONS, who managed to maintain their lead until the final whistle.
In the end, FC Makhinjauri faced a disappointing defeat, leaving them with much to ponder as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures. Their performance showcased moments of promise, but ultimately, they will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities and find a way to convert their chances if they hope to improve in the league.
