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Armenian National Team

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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Insane Comeback In The UEFA Europa League! Ararat Armenia 4-3 Fola Esch

All the pressure was on David Campaña and his Ararat Armenia side coming into the UEFA Europa League 2nd Round tie with Fola Esch of Luxembourg. Ararat Armenia had failed to win a match since the new manager took charge, losing in the Armenian Supercup to FC Noah, stumbling in the league with 2 draws and a loss, and finally losing 1-0 to a lackluster … Continue reading Insane Comeback In The UEFA Europa League! Ararat Armenia 4-3 Fola Esch

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3 Reasons Why Armenia Defeated Estonia 2-0 In The UEFA Nations League

Armenia final product on Tuesday night was the polar opposite of their away trip to Skopje over the weekend. Joaquin Caparros tinkered with the starting lineup in the hopes of dominating a passive and defensive Estonia side. Armenia broke the deadlock in the first half after many attempts through the reliable Aleksandr Karapetian who volleyed the ball with his left foot. Armenia doubled the lead … Continue reading 3 Reasons Why Armenia Defeated Estonia 2-0 In The UEFA Nations League

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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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Do or Die for Armenian Clubs in Europe

This past week saw back to back disappointing losses for both of the Armenian clubs that remain in contention for a place in European competition. Ararat-Armenia lost 1-2 at home to neighbors Tbilisi side Saburtalo after a very dominant first half. The Armenian outfit conceded two very sloppy goals in a matter of minutes to completely lose grasp of the match and ultimately walk away … Continue reading Do or Die for Armenian Clubs in Europe

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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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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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