Georgia First League 06/01 16:00 16 [4] FC Rustavi v Dinamo Tbilisi II [10] W 2-0
Georgia First League 05/28 13:00 15 [1] FC Spaeri v FC Rustavi [3] D 0-0
Georgia First League 05/24 16:00 14 [6] FC Rustavi v Bouquet/Gray [7] W 2-1
Georgia First League 05/20 13:00 13 [4] Sioni Bolnisi v FC Rustavi [3] D 1-1
Georgia First League 05/15 13:00 12 [7] FC Iberia 1999 II v FC Rustavi [3] L 2-0
Georgia First League 05/09 15:00 11 [4] FC Rustavi v FC Samtredia [9] W 1-0
Georgia First League 05/02 13:00 10 [2] Merani Martvili v FC Rustavi [3] L 2-1
Georgia First League 04/28 12:00 9 [8] Meshakhte Tkibuli v FC Rustavi [2] D 0-0
Georgia First League 04/24 11:00 8 [2] FC Rustavi v FC Gonio [4] D 2-2
Georgia First League 04/16 14:00 7 [8] Dinamo Tbilisi II v FC Rustavi [2] D 1-1
Georgia First League 04/12 14:00 6 [2] FC Rustavi v FC Spaeri [1] L 0-2
Georgia First League 04/06 13:00 5 [9] Lokomotiv Tbilisi v FC Rustavi [1] D 2-2
Georgia First League 04/02 14:00 4 [1] FC Rustavi v Sioni Bolnisi [4] W 1-0
Georgia First League 03/29 12:00 3 [4] FC Rustavi v FC Iberia 1999 II [2] W 2-0
Georgia First League 03/16 12:00 2 [6] FC Samtredia v FC Rustavi [4] D 1-1
Georgia First League 03/14 10:00 2 FC Samtredia v FC Rustavi - Postponed
Georgia First League 03/09 11:00 1 [5] FC Rustavi v Merani Martvili [5] W 3-2
Georgia Play-Offs 12/16 11:00 - FC Rustavi v FC Telavi W 1-0
Georgia Play-Offs 12/16 11:00 1 FC Rustavi v FC Telavi D 1-1
Georgia Play-Offs 12/12 14:00 1 FC Telavi v FC Rustavi L 2-1
Georgia First League 12/08 09:30 36 [9] Wit Georgia v FC Rustavi [2] W 1-3
Georgia First League 12/01 09:30 35 [3] FC Rustavi v FC Spaeri [6] W 2-1
Georgia First League 11/26 09:55 34 [1] FC Gareji v FC Rustavi [2] L 4-0
Georgia First League 11/22 10:00 33 [2] FC Rustavi v Lokomotiv Tbilisi [7] L 0-1
Georgia First League 11/09 10:30 32 Kolkheti v FC Rustavi W 0-5
Georgia First League 11/02 10:30 31 [2] FC Rustavi v Aragvi Dusheti [6] W 3-0
Georgia First League 10/27 11:00 30 [3] FC Rustavi v Sioni Bolnisi [2] W 1-0
Georgia First League 10/19 16:00 29 [9] Shturmi v FC Rustavi [3] L 2-0
Georgia First League 10/05 11:00 28 [2] FC Rustavi v Dinamo Tbilisi II [5] W 5-0
Georgia First League 10/01 11:30 27 [2] FC Rustavi v Wit Georgia [8] L 1-3

Wikipedia - FC Rustavi

FC Rustavi (Georgian: საფეხბურთო კლუბი რუსთავი) is a Georgian football club based in the city of Rustavi. They compete in Erovnuli Liga 2, the 2nd tier of Georgian football.

Founded in 2015, it is one of the youngest participants of the Georgian football leagues.

The team has spent two seasons in the top division.

History

FC Rustavi have no legal connections with any of the football clubs previously existing in the city (Gorda, Metalurgi, Olimpi). As a new team, it was established on 3 July 2015.

League performance

Rustavi debuted in the second division the same year and achieved a modest goal of retaining a place in it by finishing in midtable.

Contrary to expectations, in 2016 they emerged among the favourites, managed to prevail in the promotion contest and under manager Varlam Kilasonia won the league. However, due to the season being transitional to the spring-autumn system, no team was promoted.

Despite a poor start in 2017, the club drastically improved and after a ten-match winning run claimed the first place with automatic promotion to the first tier.

Rustavi signed some experienced players such as Nukri Revishvili, Mamuka Kobakhidze and Otar Martsvaladze and in the very first game in the Erovnuli Liga obtained three points at Dinamo Tbilisi. But frequent changes of the squad throughout the season did not contribute to stable results and finally the team finished in the 7th place.

The club was struggling for most of the regular season in 2019. Eventually, Rustavi could have remained in the league in case of a play-off victory over Telavi, but they were defeated in both games.

Back in Liga 2, the next season Rustavi joined the promotion battle and remained in a play-off range until the last game. However, the results of the final matchday turned out unfavourable. Yet, in this season Rustavi recorded their biggest win 10–0.

Starting from 2021, the club took part in two relegation battles. Initially, Rustavi prevailed over Kolkheti 1913 due to away goals, but in the next season they lost both matches to Kolkheti Khobi, which resulted in their relegation to the third division.

During the 2023 season, Rustavi were battling for an automatic promotion spot. Although the team suffered a 7–4 aggregate defeat from Locomotive in play-offs, ultimately they were admitted back to the 2nd division after Shukura's disqualification by the Federation.

Georgian Cup

Rustavi have twice reached the quarterfinal stage of this competition.

As a lower league side, they came close to reaching the semifinals during the game against Dinamo Tbilisi in 2017. After a goalless draw in regular and extra times, the winner of the quarterfinal was determined on penalties.

The same scenario unfolded two years later when Rustavi's Cup campaign was stopped by Torpedo Kutaisi.

FC Rustavi is a professional soccer club based in Rustavi, Georgia, known for its rich history and passionate fan base. Founded in 1950, the team has established itself as a prominent force in Georgian football, competing in the top tiers of the national league system. The club's colors are traditionally blue and white, symbolizing the spirit and resilience of the local community.

FC Rustavi plays its home matches at the Rustavi Stadium, a venue that can accommodate thousands of enthusiastic supporters who create an electrifying atmosphere during games. The team's emblem features iconic symbols that reflect the city's industrial heritage and its commitment to excellence in sports.

Over the years, FC Rustavi has developed a reputation for nurturing local talent and promoting youth development, making it a vital part of the region's soccer landscape. The club has enjoyed various successes in domestic competitions, including cup victories and strong league performances, and continues to strive for greatness both on and off the pitch.

With a focus on teamwork, discipline, and community engagement, FC Rustavi aims to inspire the next generation of soccer players while fostering a deep connection with its fans. As the team looks to the future, it remains dedicated to achieving new heights in Georgian football and making its mark on the international stage.