Antal Yaakobishvili is a Hungarian professional footballer born on July 12, 2004, in Budapest, Hungary.
He plays as a centre-back and stands at an imposing 1.93 m tall.
Currently on loan at CD Tenerife in the Primera Federación from La Liga club Girona, Yaakobishvili is recognized for his physical presence, versatility, and potential as a modern defender.
With dual Hungarian and Georgian heritage through his family background, he has emerged as one of Hungary’s promising young talents in Spanish football.
Siblings
Antal’s younger brother, Áron Yaakobishvili, is also a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper.
Áron has progressed through FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy and has been loaned to the same clubs as his brother at times, including FC Andorra.
The brothers moved to Spain together in 2017 when their mother received a job offer in Barcelona, and they initially joined the youth sides of Atlètic Sant Just FC.
Career
Yaakobishvili began his youth career in Hungary with clubs like Baráti Bőrlabda and MTK Budapest before relocating to Spain.
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After joining Atlètic Sant Just, he was signed by Girona in 2021 and progressed through their youth ranks.
He made his senior debut for Girona B in Tercera Federación in December 2022 and scored his first senior goal shortly after.
His breakthrough with the first team came in January 2024, debuting in Copa del Rey and then in La Liga.
He has since featured in UEFA Champions League matches, including against Arsenal.
To gain more playing time, he was loaned to FC Andorra in August 2025, where he briefly teamed up with his brother Áron, before moving on loan to CD Tenerife in January 2026.
Internationally, he has represented Hungary at U18, U19, and U21 levels, earning a senior call-up in 2024, while committing to Hungary over potential interest from other nations due to his heritage.
Accolades
Yaakobishvili has gained valuable experience in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League with Girona, contributing to the club’s competitive campaigns.
His consistent performances with Girona B helped establish him as a reliable performer in Spanish lower divisions.
Individually, his rapid rise has drawn attention from scouts and national team selectors, marking him as a standout Hungarian talent in one of Europe’s top leagues.
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