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is one of the most popular sports in Georgia.Georgia’s 10 Most Popular Sports
/ref> It is governed by the Georgian Football Federation (GFF). The GFF organises the men's,

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, and futsal national teams. Modern football was introduced by English sailors playing in Poti, at the beginning of the 20th century.

Domestic competition

The Georgian domestic league system is run by the

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, and on lower levels, by regional football federations. They run the following leagues: The

also organizes the Georgian Cup and

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Domestic competition

See also

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