Georgia sack Sagnol after shock Nations League defeat

Georgia have dismissed coach Willy Sagnol following Friday’s 1‑0 home loss to Northern Ireland in their Nations League opener, a result that prompted immediate action from the country’s football federation. The governing body confirmed that Ramaz Svanadze, previously in charge of the under‑21s and twice a qualifier for the European Championship finals at youth level, will lead the senior team until 2028.

Sagnol, a former France international and Bayern Munich defender, had been appointed in 2021 and guided Georgia to their first‑ever European Championship appearance three years later. The federation thanked him for his contribution and the “historic path” shared with the team.

The change comes at a delicate moment, with Georgia preparing for their next Nations League fixtures under new leadership. Svanadze now inherits a squad seeking stability after a disappointing start to the campaign.