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Armenia is far from out in the UEFA Nations League, and this is why.

After consecutive lackluster performances against Georgia and Estonia in the UEFA Nations League, Armenia find themselves in the exact same position as the last matchday. Armenia are currently 3rd in Group C2 after 4 matches played. The team is sitting in third place with 5 points from 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss, scoring 6 goals and conceding 5 with a goal difference of … Continue reading Armenia is far from out in the UEFA Nations League, and this is why.

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Armenia vs Estonia Preview: UEFA Nations League Round 4

Armenia travel to Tallinn, Estonia for the 4th round of the UEFA Nations League. After drawing against Georgia in the “home” match that took place in Poland, the Armenian side looks carry the momentum and take three points in a match that can see Armenia top the table with a win, and a draw between Georgia and North Maceodnia. The Estonian side are currently bottom of the … Continue reading Armenia vs Estonia Preview: UEFA Nations League Round 4

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5 things we learned from Armenia’s 2-2 draw with Georgia

1. The war in Artsakh effects everything, even sport. The Football Federation of Armenia were forced to move the, what would have been, home match against Georgia to Tychy, Poland, a neutral venue, just days before the match was scheduled to take place. This change resulted in Armenia effectively playing a match away from home, and the lack of a crowd due to COVID-19 restrictions … Continue reading 5 things we learned from Armenia’s 2-2 draw with Georgia

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Armenia vs Finland: The Battle For Second Place Ends Here!

Armenia seem to have come to the crossroad that they regularly visit during the qualification cycle. Dropped points in a crucial qualifier against weaker opposition and set up a must win scenario to keep all hopes of qualification alive. The task is simple, 3 points vs Finland or its over. On Saturday, Armenia had an opportunity to go level on points with Finland with a … Continue reading Armenia vs Finland: The Battle For Second Place Ends Here!

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Hyelanders Soccer Podcast Episode 2 – Armenia vs Lichtenstein Preview Featuring Karen Rafayelyan

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Hyelanders Soccer Podcast! In this episode I am joined by the Editor-in-Chief of Vivaronews Karen Rafayelyan (@KaRafayelyan) to preview the upcoming Euro 2020 Qualifier between Armenia and Lichtenstein. Karen and I dive deep into the Armenia squad, talk about who we expect to play and the tactics that will be used. Enjoy! Host: Aram Basmajian @HyelandersFCProducer: Kevork Kurdoghlian @kevkurdog Continue reading Hyelanders Soccer Podcast Episode 2 – Armenia vs Lichtenstein Preview Featuring Karen Rafayelyan

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No Mkhitaryan No Problem? Who Will Step Up For Armenia In The Matches That Matter?

After dispatching Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-2 thanks to a masterclass from the main man Mkhitaryan, emotions, expectations and hope was flying high. Third on the table, 3 points behind a clinical Finland and 2 Points above Bosnia puts Armenia’s destiny in their own hands. With an upcoming match against bottom of the group Lichtenstein and the ultimate showdown for runner-up, and more importantly, automatic qualification, versus Finland, … Continue reading No Mkhitaryan No Problem? Who Will Step Up For Armenia In The Matches That Matter?

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Whoa Mkhitaryan! Armenia Back In Contention For UEFA Euro 2020 Qualification After Defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina!

WHAT. A. MATCH. I’m a far from perfect performance, Armenia were still able to put 4 goals passed Bosnia-Herzegovina in Yerevan. The captain, top goal scorer, Roma’s new gem, and all around nice guy Henrikh Mkhitaryan bagged a brace, assist, and forced an own goal in a masterclass performance. Admittedly, I had basically given up on Mkhitaryan. He always gives 110% when he is on … Continue reading Whoa Mkhitaryan! Armenia Back In Contention For UEFA Euro 2020 Qualification After Defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina!

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EURO 2020 QUALIFIERS – False Optimism?

Earlier today Armenia entered a rather empty stadium to play a transitioning Greek side with a lack of enthusiasm. Armenia had just come off the back of an unbelievable 3-0 performance at home to Lichtenstein. Most football fans would say “so what? who cares? Lichtenstein is terrible.” Well people also have that same opinion with Armenia. For Armenians winning is kinda a big deal. We … Continue reading EURO 2020 QUALIFIERS – False Optimism?

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Armenian New Boys Ararat-Armenia on The Verge of History

Wits all the attention in the Armenian media piling on FC Pyunik because of their marquee matchup against Premier League side Wolves (preview tomorrow), Ararat-Armenia have quietly progressed through the qualifiers and look likely to make their mark in Europe just as quickly as they did in the Armenian league. Ararat-Armenia are the first of a wave of new clubs in the Armenian top flight. … Continue reading Armenian New Boys Ararat-Armenia on The Verge of History

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