How will Armenia Play Under Joaquin Caparros? A Tactical Analysis

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

Casa De Caparrós: New Armenia /Former Sevilla Manager Joaquín Caparrós Calls Up 23 Players for UEFA Nations League Matches

After being appointed manager of Armenia back in March, former Sevilla boss Joaquín Caparrós finally names his squad for the upcoming competitive matches against North Macedonia and Estonia in the UEFA Nations League. The list of players is as follows and include some surprising additions and inclusions: Goalkeepers:David Yurchenko (Shakhter Karaganda, Kazakhstan)Anatoli Ayvazov (Urartu, Armenia)Arsen Beglaryan (Urartu, Armenia) Defenders:Hovhannes Hambardzumyan (Anorthosis, Cyprus)Kamo Hovhannisyan (Kairat Almaty, … Continue reading Casa De Caparrós: New Armenia /Former Sevilla Manager Joaquín Caparrós Calls Up 23 Players for UEFA Nations League Matches

UEFA European Nightmare for Armenian Soccer Clubs: 3 Clubs Fail to Advance in Europa League

FC Noah, Alashkert, and Shirak all bowed out of the UEFA European competition on Thursday after three very different performances brought about the same result. The day began with FC Noah taking on Kamo Hovhannisyan and Kairat Almaty in Kazakhstan. After an electric start to the match, FC Noah took the lead through Bor in the 8th minute. And that was the high point of … Continue reading UEFA European Nightmare for Armenian Soccer Clubs: 3 Clubs Fail to Advance in Europa League

UEFA Europa League Qualifier Round 1: Armenian side Alashkert host Renova Dzepciste of North Macedonia

Arguably the least talked about side in Armenian football despite a good season, Alashkert qualified for the UEFA Europa League after placing third in the Armenian Premier League, narrowly minding out on the top spot held by Ararat Armenia and right behind FC Noah despite not having the budget. Alashkert now find themselves in somewhat familiar territory. Alashkerts are back in European competition and this … Continue reading UEFA Europa League Qualifier Round 1: Armenian side Alashkert host Renova Dzepciste of North Macedonia

UEFA Europa League Qualifiers Round 1: Shirak Travel to Romania to Face Giants FCSB!

FC Shirak of Gyumri will make the trip to Romania in the first round of the UEFA Europa League Qualifiers to face Romanian side FCSB. When it comes to having European pedigree, no matchup of any Armenian club compares to that of FCSB. The Romanian side boast 26 Romanian League titles, 24 Romanian League Cups, 6 Romanian Supercups, a European Cup and a UEFA Supercup. … Continue reading UEFA Europa League Qualifiers Round 1: Shirak Travel to Romania to Face Giants FCSB!

Who will be included in Joaquín Caparrós’ Armenia squad for the UEFA Nations League?

As Armenia boss Joaquín Caparrós undoubtably watches his former side Sevilla defeat Inter Milan to be crowned UEFA Europa League Champions, he is likely taking a break from deciding his inaugural squad for the UEFA Nations League. Unfortunately, there are no Armenian’s playing in the final as Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s AS Roma were knocked out by Sevilla. Nevertheless, National Team captian Mkhitaryan is the first name … Continue reading Who will be included in Joaquín Caparrós’ Armenia squad for the UEFA Nations League?

Ararat without the Armenia, Ararat without the Champions League. Ararat Armenia 0-1 Omonia FC

After losing to FC Noah in the Armenian Supercup and with a poor start to the domestic league, Ararat Armenia manager David Campaña turned to the UEFA Champions League in the hopes of jumpstarting his successful managerial tenure in Armenia. Ararat Armenia went into the tie against Omonia FC in the first round of UEFA Champions League Qualifiers the same way they have done so … Continue reading Ararat without the Armenia, Ararat without the Champions League. Ararat Armenia 0-1 Omonia FC

Moneyball. UEFA Champions League Qualifiers! Ararat-Armenia vs Omonia Nicosia FC

With so much attention on Newcastle United and the attempted purchase of the club by Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nahyan from the United Arab Emirates, the topic of money in football is under the microscope. The inflation of the transfer market values of players is no secret, with the record sale of Gareth Bale from Tottenham to Real Madrid in 2013 for $110 Million … Continue reading Moneyball. UEFA Champions League Qualifiers! Ararat-Armenia vs Omonia Nicosia FC

Episode 5 – Breaking Down Why Armenia Was Handed Their Biggest Loss In History Versus Italy

Armenia was handed their largest ever defeat versus Italy in the final match day of the UEFA Euro 2020 Qualifiers. Abraham Khashmanyan is now 0-2 since taking charge of the national team and things don’t seem like they are getting better. In this episode I break down why was the loss so heavy and what tactical decisions lead to the struggle against Greece. Is there … Continue reading Episode 5 – Breaking Down Why Armenia Was Handed Their Biggest Loss In History Versus Italy