About FC Iberia 1999

FC Iberia 1999 is a professional football club based in Tbilisi, Georgia. Founded in 1999, the team was originally known as FC Saburtalo, named after the district where it is located. The club competes in the Erovnuli Liga, the top division of Georgian football, and plays its home matches at a small local stadium in the capital. It is also known for having one of the strongest youth academies in the country.

The club experienced steady growth after being acquired by Iberia Business Group in 2005. Its major breakthrough came in the mid-2010s, when it won promotion to the top tier and quickly became competitive. In 2018, the team won its first national league title, followed by success in domestic cup competitions and a Super Cup victory. These achievements established the club as one of the leading teams in modern Georgian football.

In recent years, Iberia 1999 has continued to collect domestic trophies, including additional league titles and cup wins, and has represented Georgia in European competitions. In 2024, the club officially changed its name from Saburtalo to Iberia 1999, reflecting a new identity while maintaining its connection to local roots. Today, it is regarded as one of the most successful Georgian clubs of the contemporary era.