After what has been an incredibly difficult year for every Armenian, the National Team gave us all something to cheer about. In an extremely hard fought and gritty performance, Joaquin Caparros and his depleted Armenia side were able to overcome Maceodnia 1-0 thanks to a fine finish from fullback Hovhannes Hambardzumyan, assisted by none other than the Prodigy, Vahan Bichakhchyan! As a result, Armenia top … Continue reading Armenia Top Macedonia 1-0 And Make History And Win Promotion In The UEFA Nations League Group B!

After defeating the neighbors to the north in a hard fought 2-1 win on Sunday night, Armenia set up a grandstand final with North Macedonia where a win would not only take Armenia to the top of Group C2 but include promotion to Division B and a chance at the FIFA World Cup Playoffs. Armenia come into this match with a thin squad and only three … Continue reading Armenia vs North Macedonia: The Most Important Match In Armenian Football History | UEFA Nations League

The Armenia National Team went into the penultimate match of the UEFA Nations League with an extremely thin squad, made thinner due to several COVID positive results. Armenia were without Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Khoren Bayramyan, Edgar Babayan, Norberto Briasco Balekian, Aghvan Papikyan, and the two reserve goalkeepers, but were boosted with the news that Sargis Adamyan was back, fit, and in-form. Manager Joaquin Caparros deployed a … Continue reading Player Ratings: Adamyan and Barseghyan Shine In Joaquin Caparros’ Coaching Masterclass | Armenia 2-1 Georgia UEFA Nations League

Football Kentron is an English language podcast dedicated to the beautiful game in our beloved Armenia. Football Kentron is hosted by four Armenians from around the world that will come together to discuss the Armenia National Team, Armenian Premier League and Cup, Armenian Players Abroad, and Much More! Please give it a listen and subscribe to the podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-kentron/id1483364219#episodeGuid=e601bb49-c7a8-47ed-a427-534ca101bbf5 Spotify: Continue reading Football Kentron Podcast All About Armenian Football Is Now Live On Apple Podcasts & Spotify!

Two weeks into a war with neighbors Azerbaijan because of attacks on Artsakh by a Turkish backed military, the Armenian National Team lands in Poland after UEFA deemed Yerevan unsafe to play a competitive football match. In a similar situation to the Europa League Playoffs, Armenia once again forfeits its home field advantage and must play a competitive match on unfamiliar turf. Armenia come into … Continue reading Preview: Armenia vs Georgia UEFA Nations League

On September 27th, 2020 Azerbaijan, backed by Turkey, began to strike on Artsakh capital Stepanakert in what is the second attempt this year to try and take historical Armenian land. The attacks erupted to a full scale war with thousands already dead, mostly on the Azeri side who are on the offensive. Stepanakert was recently the home of the latest iteration of the CONIFA European … Continue reading Football In The Midst Of War: Armenia Call 30 Players for UEFA Nations League Matches

Ararat Armenia overcame a resilient NK Celje side to match their greatest ever footballing achievement of making it to the Playoffs of the UEFA Europa League. A goal from Sergiy Vakulenko after a scramble in the box was the difference maker in a match that saw two very even sides fight to get to the next round. Ararat Armenia made a few changes to their … Continue reading Ararat Armenia Are 1 Step Away From Making History | UEFA Europa League: Ararat Armenia 1-0 NK Celje

On Thursday Ararat Armenia will take on NK Celje of the Slovenian PrvaLiga in the UEFA Europa League 3rd qualifying round. The Slovenian side will travel to Yerevan as Ararat Armenia are part of the “Champions Path” which sees them get home advantage in the qualifiers due to being UEFA Champions League drop downs. Unfortunately Ararat Armenia were not in one of the two spots … Continue reading UEFA Europa League Qualifiers Round 3: Ararat Armenia vs NK Celje Preview

After being appointed as manager of Armenia over 5 months ago and a long pause in world football, Joaquin Caparros is ready to take the helm of Armenia and implement the master plan of making Armenia’s National Team a top tier side. Caparros spent a large majority of his career as a manager in the top flight of Spain, most notably for Sevilla and Athletic … Continue reading How will Armenia Play Under Joaquin Caparros? A Tactical Analysis