Best Aram Basmajian Podcasts (2024)

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060 - Summertime European Tour! 1:47:58

1y ago1:47:58

1:47:58

We normally associate summertime with international tournaments and overglorified friednliesy but this summer was anything but for the Armenians!European club competition qualifiers are in full swing with 4 Armenian clubs competing, incluidng champiosn Urartu, Pyunik, Ararat Armenia and Alashkert! All 4 teams are in the UEFA Conference League compe…

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059 LIVE SHOW - Armenia v Wales & Latvia Review (Euro 2024 Qualifiers) 1:39:02

1y ago1:39:02

1:39:02

Football Kentron's first live show! The boys get together and stream an episode live for the first time ever! In this show, the boys discuss Armenia's amazing Euro 2024 Qualifiers campaign victories over Wales and Latvia.Armenia defeated Wales 4-2 in Cardiff and Latvia 2-1 at home to take maximum points form this qualification window. The boys take…

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058 - Armenia v Wales . Latvia Preview (Euro 2024 Qualifiers) 59:07

1y ago59:07

59:07

Is it June already? National Team camp is in full swing as Armenia prepare for a trip to Ryan Reynolds second home, Wales! After opening the campaign with a narrow 2-1 defeat at home, the Havakagan look to bounce back against a transitioning Welsh side. Despite dealing with retirements and changes, Wales site pretty on 4 points after 2 matches, whi…

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057 - Football Overload! 1:03:08

1y ago1:03:08

1:03:08

We know we always say this but there is so much to Armenian football to talk about that we are overloaded! The latest episode of Football Kentron covers a variety of topics including the Armenia National Team squad list for the upcoming EURO 2024 Qualifiers v Wales and Latvia. The boys also go in depth on Armenian Premier League Champions Urartu an…

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056 - The Future Stars of Armenian Football Part 4 57:50

1+ y ago57:50

57:50

The best (and only) series Football Kentron has produced is back with a BANG! The latest edition of FK Future Stars of Armenian football is here and you know we don't miss! In the latest edition we highlight several young and talented Armenian footballers from around the world, and in Armenia, who are making waves! Part 4 includes: Mark Gevorgyan (…

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055 - A New Beginning! 1:01:00

1+ y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Armenia wrap up the first international window of 2023 and matchday 1 of UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers with a 1-2 loss by Turkey and a 2-2 draw in a friendly with Cyprus. Despite the results there is a lot to be optimistic for in the future of Armenian football. This window saw national team debuts of 7 players, including Nair Tiknizyan, Hrant Leon Ran…

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054 - Armenia v Turkey Preview (Euro 2024 Qualifiers) 56:49

1+ y ago56:49

56:49

It's gametime and we are back with another huge preview. March 25th has been circled on all our calendars for the big clash between Armenia and Turkey. This is the first match in our journey towards Euro 2024 . It is all or nothing vs the Turks and we must start strong. The boys take a look at Petrakov's first even Armenia NT squad including some a…

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053 - Qualifiers Loom 1:00:23

1+ y ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Things are heating back up in Armenian football just in time for the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers. In this episode the boys discuss the Armenian Premier League expectations with new transfers, talents of the near future and if they will join Armenia and squad expectations for Euro Qualifiers with Petrakov at the helm. Don't forget to drop us …

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052 - New Year, New Coach! 1:08:42

1+ y ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Football Kentron is back and refreshed for a whole new year of footballing excellence! The boys convene for the first episode of 2023 and discuss some major talking points from the, what felt like an eternity of a, hiatus. The Armenia National Team has a new manager! Oleksandr Petrakov, the former Ukraine NT manager who led his nation to a World Cu…

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051 - Friendly Window Review (Armenian 0-2 Albania, 2-2 Kosovo) 1:24:11

1+ y ago1:24:11

1:24:11

The Armenia NT held 2 meaningless friendly matches against Kosovo and Albania respectively. Roman Berezovsky took the helm as interim manager and called up a mixed bag that included way too many usual faces and a solid group of youngsters who sat on the bench while the old guys went out there and made fools of themselves. Were there bright sides? S…

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050 - 2 Years of Football Kentron! 1:12:07

2y ago1:12:07

1:12:07

It's our birthday uhu uhu we like it uhu uhu! Football Kentron is celebrating 2 milestones in this episode! We are officially 2 years old AND releasing our 50th episode! We could not have made it this far without our listeners and followers. Thank you for joining us on our journey to make Armenian football better. In this show we discuss Pyunik's s…

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049 - We Are Getting Old 38:57

2y ago38:57

38:57

On the 49th edition of Football Kentron we take a look at some of the key events in the Armenian football game. After a disappointing UEFA Nations League Campaign the Armenia NT found out their rivals for the upcoming EURO 2024 qualifiers. Pyunik continue their European journey and tripped up away in Lithuania to Zalgiris. A win v Slovan Thursday c…

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Special Interview: Gaël Andonian - Armenia NT Defender (French) 1:05:09

2y ago1:05:09

1:05:09

Oui Oui Oui!!! This special interview is in French ONLY, sorry everyone else lol Theo sat down with former OM and Armenia NT defender Gael Andonian in July for a special interview to discuss a variety of topics from his early career in Marsielle to playing with Armenia and what he is up to now. Please share this very special presentation of Footbal…

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048 - Gracias Caparros! Armenia Relegated, New Manager, Pyunik Continue History, News & Much More! 1:00:42

2y ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Armenia were defeated in the final 2 matched of the UEFA Nations League Campaign 5-0 to Ukraine and 3-2 to Ireland. The boys take a look back throughout the campaign and discuss overarching themes that led us to where we are today. Don Joaquin Caparros and the FFA have called it quits. Armenia will have a new manager soon, but who? Pyunik have an o…

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047 - Stand With Armenia! - Pyunik Make History and the Armenia National Team is Back!!! 1:13:14

2y ago1:13:14

1:13:14

Armenia finds itself defending its sovereignty against a genocidal Azerbaijan supported by Turkey. The brave men and women of the Armenian army defended our borders. We salute them. Pyunik defeat Slovan Bratislava 2-0 to become the first Armenian club to win a european match! Pyunik jump to second place in the group and can push to make more histor…

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046 - Ready for UECL! Pyunik begin their European journey, Spertsyan on FIRE, News & More! 1:07:20

2y ago1:07:20

1:07:20

Pyunik begin their European journey this week as they represent Armenia away to Swiss giants FC Basel. Pyunik will also face Tigran Barseghyan's Slovan Bratislava and Lithuanian side Zalgiris! Eduard Seprtsyan is the best player in Russia, and maybe even the continent right now. Zhirayr Shaghoyan is making the APL his own house and Armenians are ta…

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045 - Last Call! Pyunik in Europe, New APL Season, European Competition! 1:23:41

2y ago1:23:41

1:23:41

The boys are back and with them comes a whole new season! As transfers begin to wind down, European competition heats up! Pyunik made history by sealing a spot in UEFA competition this season, only the second Armenian club side ever! The question looms, will it be Europa League or Conference League? We recap their journey so far and look ahead to t…

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044 - Something's Cooking! Pyunik's Historic Win, UEFA Club Competitions, Transfers and More! 1:06:42

2y ago1:06:42

1:06:42

European club competitions are underway for Armenian clubs! In this special edition of FK, the boys discuss Pyunik's historic win, all other European draws involving Armenian clubs and players, the latest transfers and more! Armenian football is growing and cooking, join us before dinner gets cold! Follow us on our socials @footballkentron!…

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043 - Time for Change! Armenia NT Sees RED, Transfer Window Quickly Approaches, UEFA Club Competition Is Back, News and More! 1:10:47

2y ago1:10:47

1:10:47

After an upbeat start to the UEFA Nations League Campaign, the Armenia National Team spiraled out of control in a 3-0 loss to Ukraine followed by an embarrassing 1-4 defeat and 2 red cards. The boys give their closing thoughts on the window. Transfer window is back and Armenians are expected to go a lot of places. Eduard Spertsyan and Henrikh Mkhit…

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042 - Ups and Downs, Armenia With A Superb 1-0 win over Ireland & A Tough 2-0 Loss to Scotland 26:56

2y ago26:56

26:56

The UEFA Nations League kicked off this week and Armenia started with a superb team effort against Ireland that resulted in a 1-0 win from a beautiful long range strike from Eduard Spertsyan. Things got a little frustrating Wednesday evening in Glasgow as Armenia suffered a 2-0 loss to a very strong Scottish side. Two first half headers were the di…

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041 - Calm Before the Storm! UNL Returns, Mkhitaryan wins UECL, Pyunik APL Champs, News & More! 1:23:29

2y ago1:23:29

1:23:29

Armenia National Team is back! The UEFA Nations League 2022 Campaign kicks off this week with Armenia taking on the Republic of Ireland, Scotland and Ukraine! Caparros called up a sizable squad for the 4 June matches and we breakdown the squad list and where is can be a bit better. We also look to our first couple matches and preview Ireland and Sc…

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040 - Defining Moments! Pyunik and Ararat Armenia Fight for 1, Noravank win the Cup, What to expect from Ireland ft. Irish Football Blog and A Nations League Once Again? News & More! 1:43:46

2+ y ago1:43:46

1:43:46

Pyunik and Ararat Armenia have taken the Armenian Premier League title race down to the wire! Noravank upset Urartu in the Armenian Cup Final and Qualify for Europe! Then we discuss our players in Europe and how they are winning titles and qualifying for European competition. Finally we have a great discussion about the Republic of Ireland National…

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039 - The Do-s and Don't-s of Football! Armenia NT defeat Montenegro 1-0 then get slaughtered by Norway, Armenia Cup Final is set, News and More! 1:15:53

2+ y ago1:15:53

1:15:53

After a great team performance and a professional 1-0 win over Montenegro at home in Yerevan, the Armenia NT traveled to Oslo and got absolutely obliterated by Norway in a record 9-0 defeat. The team tries to dissect how a manager that got us promoted to League B in UEFA Nations League managed to get the biggest stain in his, and our, career. NT wo…

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038 - Same Old, Way Old! National Team is Back With the Squad List Announced for March Friendly Matches, Players in Fine Club Form, News & More! 1:19:02

2+ y ago1:19:02

1:19:02

Don Joaquin Capparos announced his squad for the upcoming March friendly fixtures versus Montenegro and Norway. Some calls were awesome, some were a big yikes! Tune in as we brea down the squad in typical FK fashion and completely ignore the opposition because it's a friendly so who cares. Meanwhile our boys are on some good good lately because eve…

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037 - Huge Transfers Making Bigger Impacts! Armenian Transfer Wrapup, APL Kickoff, Armenians Abroad, News & More! 1:11:58

2+ y ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Armenians are back in the fullest of full swings with the APL kicking off, big transfers going down, and Armenian's stock skyrocketing. We start this episode off by summarizing Armenian Premier League transfers by club, discuss the biggest Armenian transfers and wrap up with the news and performances of our boys abroad. Don't forget to share, follo…

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036 - Interview: Felix Ferahyan 1:18:14

2+ y ago1:18:14

1:18:14

This episode is a very special interview with HIFK Goalkeeper Felix Ferahyan! Felix was kind enough to join us on Football Kentron to discuss a variety of topics including:- Growing up in Germany and Finland- His trials at Manchester united and Arsenal- Signing with one of the biggest clubs in Finland- Maybe representing Armenia in the future?This …

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035 - FK Future Stars of Armenian Football #3 1:04:38

2+ y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

We are back at it again bringing you the best and brightest young Armenian talent. This edition of FK Future stars includes: Mikayel Mirzoyan Greek Petrosyan narek Grigoryan Avedis Avedisian Jean Rene Aghajanyan Pavel Gorelov Listen now to hear all about who they are, how they play and why they are bound to be the biggest players for our small nati…

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034 - Armenian Transfers Everywhere Vahan Bickahchyan's shock move, Big changes we want to see, news & more! 1:11:52

2+ y ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Guess whose back (back back, back) back again (again again again) FK's back, tell a friend. We are back in the grind and kicking off 2022 with the first episode of Football Kentron! In this episode we discuss everything transfers! The crew breaks down the biggest transfers so far this windows, talk some transfers we would like to see and some poten…

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033 - Holiday Special! UEFA Nations League Draw, Transfers, Armenian Premier League, News & More! 1:21:32

2+ y ago1:21:32

1:21:32

2021 was a rollercoaster of a year for Armenian football, started with 0 points... then to the top of the table, only to plummet down by the end of World Cup Qualifiers. We cheered, we laughed, we cried. Football Kentron finishes off 2021 the only way we know how, talking for over an hour about footy! Join us this time as we talk Armenia's UEFA Nat…

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032 - 1 Year of Football Kentron! Armenia NT WCQ Wrap-up, u19s, News & More! 1:05:18

2+ y ago1:05:18

1:05:18

We are back and it's our birthday! Football Kentron turns a big 1 years old this month and we celebrate the only way we know how, content! In this episode we discuss the Armenia u19 national team's unprecedented success as they qualify for the elite round of the u19 euros. We also provide some closing thoughts on the senior national team's World Cu…

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031 - It's The Hope That Gets You: Armenia MNT, WNT, u21, Premier League, News & More! 1:28:35

3y ago1:28:35

1:28:35

Football Kentron is back! After a disappointing set of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, we look to talk about everything in Armenian football except the National Team, who let us down (again). Did we mention that they were a let down? Anyway, it's a good thing the u21 team is playing....... wait, never mind. Anyway, the Armenian Premier League is firing …

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030 - Do Or Die! Armenia vs Iceland & Romania FIFA WCQ Preview + Bryant & Me Discuss Zelarayán, Alashkert in UECL, News and More! 1:30:25

3y ago1:30:25

1:30:25

This is it, the apocalypse, WHOA! Not really BUT Armenia's World Cup hopes are hanging by a thread and the crucial October matches have arrived. The team is joined by Thomas from the Bryant & Me Podcast to discuss our new boy Lucas Zelarayan, who has made the commitment to join Armenia and is in the squad for the October matches. Armenia travel to …

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029 - One Year Later, We Live On - Alashkert kick off European campaign, Armenia WNT WCQ & More! 1:13:35

3y ago1:13:35

1:13:35

As if football ever stops nowadays! Alashkert began their inaugural and historic European campaign away to Maccabi Tel Aviv! (Spoile) didn't go well. The Armenia WNT kicked off their first World Cup Qualifiers campaign in over a decade. We talk about how Edo Spertsyan is on fire and Haroyan shutting out Barcelona, news and other updates in the Arme…

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028 - What Went Wrong? Armenia NT WCQ Roundup, Alashkert's European Adventure, Women's WCQ Kicking Off & More! 1:17:04

3y ago1:17:04

1:17:04

Well.... that kinda sucked. Armenia's FIFA World Cup Qualifying campaign took a punch to the face last week after a lethargic 0-0 draw at N. Macedonia, an absolute demolishing 0-6 in Germany, and a ridiculous 1-1 draw at home to Lichtenstein. Despite the awful results Armenia are still second in the group. The big question on everyones mind is WHAT…

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027 - Armenia v Germany Preview! Armenia remain undefeated after a 0-0 draw away to North Macedonia. 40:17

3y ago40:17

40:17

Armenia remain top of Group J in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers after the least exciting 0-0 draw in recent memory. With the suspension of three key players, Caparros set out a side with a plan! That plan didn't work out, but luckily for us, neither did the North Macedonians! An event to forget. Now we turn our attention to the might Germans, who ca…

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026 - FIFA World Cup: Armenia v Macedonia Preview! Alashkert through to UEFA Conference League, & More! 1:10:47

3y ago1:10:47

1:10:47

(*queue Super Smash Bros. Melee menu music*) WOW is it September already? It's time to turn our attention back to the Armenia National team in a set of pivotal FIFA World Cup Qualifying matches that will make or break the Armenian legend. Joaquin Caparros called up the squad he feels is best prepared to take on the monstrous challenge of defeating …

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025 - Yerevan Calling - Alashkert v Rangers Preview! Plus European Roundup, Armenians Abroad, APL, & More! 1:26:54

3y ago1:26:54

1:26:54

Alashkert made history when they defeated Kairat 3-2 in extra time last week to become the first Armenian club to qualify for European Competition Group Stage. Alashkert are now guaranteed a place in the UEFA Conference League. But first they must face Scottish giants Rangers. Lead by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard, Rangers are at the top of their…

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024 - On To The Next One! European Competition Review, New Armenian Premier League Season, Armenians Across Europe, and More! 55:22

3y ago55:22

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Armenians clubs continue to struggle in UEFA European competition. Alashkert are officially knocked out of Champions League after the 2nd round and now face Kamo Hovhannisyan and Kairat Almaty in the 3rd round of the Europa League. Ararat Yerevan were knocked out of the Conference League after a 12 goal thriller. Armenian PL season kicked off with …

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023 - Summertime Madness! UEFA Champions League and Conference League Review, Transfer Rumors, News, and More! 1:17:15

3y ago1:17:15

1:17:15

Summer is here and that means hot sun, piña coladas by the pool and UNLIMITED FOOTBALL! The EUROS were not even over and UEFA Club competitions kicked off across Europe where 4 Armenian clubs began their journey to being the first ever in a European club competition. Alashkert was victorious in the UEFA Champions League first qualifying round and h…

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022 - Interview: Anna Tadevosyan Football Federation of Armenia Executive Committee Member 55:25

3y ago55:25

55:25

Football Kentron had the pleasure to chat with one of the key decision makers in Armenian football, Executive Committee member of the Federation Anna Tadevosyan. Anna was formerly the Director of Women's football in Armenia and has now been elected to the FFA Executive Committee where she makes key decisions on a daily basis to shape and grow the s…

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021 - Football Ghapama! UEFA Draws, Transfers, u21, WNT, & more! 1:29:01

3y ago1:29:01

1:29:01

This episode is a mix of a whole lotta good stuff, some sweet some savory! The boys talk about the shortcomings of u21, WNT performances in the summer friendlies, Armenian club draws in the UEFA Champions League and Europa Conference League. Plus a whole lot of transfers, rumors, and news. Leave a rating and share! Socials @footballkentron…

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020 - Armenia 1-3 Sweden Quick Takes, Reactions, and More! 34:33

3y ago34:33

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Armenia concluded the June friendly series with a 3-1 loss to EURO 2020 side Sweden. Armenia were outclassed in the first half but came back strong in the second, with Vahan Bichakhchyan scoring his first senior National Team goal. The Armenian side and Caparros now turn to September where Macedonia loom. The match was more to determine what player…

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019 - Armenia 1-1 Croatia Quick Reaction and Analysis 29:09

3y ago29:09

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Armenia drew 1-1 against the Vice-World Champions Croatia after a stunning strike from Wbeymar Angulo equalized Ivan Perisic's opener. Armenia now undefeated in 9 straight matches (6 wins and 3 draws) turn to Sweden on Saturday. In this episode the boys talk about 3 things they liked, disliked, and want to see improved for the next match! Socials: …

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018 - Armenia vs Croatia & Sweden Preview, Mkhitaryan Drama, Squad Review, APL Insanity, and More! 1:22:15

3y ago1:22:15

1:22:15

Joaquin Caparros called up his 23 man squad for the June friendly matches against Croatia and Sweden, and this did not include Henrikh Mkhitaryan. He cried on the internet and insanity ensued. Anyway, we are excited to see some young talent on display. in this episode we review the squad, discuss the Armenian Premier League title race, cup final an…

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017 - The Future Stars of Armenian Football (Part 2) 1:11:27

3+ y ago1:11:27

1:11:27

This is Part 2 of an ongoing series by Football Kentron focusing on the Armenian soccer talents of the future! in this episode we go through the news cycle as usual, then take a look at several hand picked players and give them the FK cosign! The list for set 2 include: 1. Zhirayr Shaghoyan (instagram @jir_10) 2. Eduard Spertsyan (instagram @edospe…

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016 - Interview: Rita Grigorian Armenia Women's National Team Midfielder 1:00:06

3+ y ago1:00:06

1:00:06

The young dynamic, tree climbing, kebab eating midfielder for the Armenian Women's National Team joined us for a conversation on how she ended up playing for Armenia, her favorite passed time, balancing school and being a football star, and much more! It was a joy having Rita with us on Football Kentron! Don't forget to follow Rita on Instagram @it…

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(19)15 - Armenian Genocide, Women's NT Friendly Tournament Success, Armenian PL Updates, Transfer Rumors, and More. 56:03

3+ y ago56:03

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Every year during the month of April, Armenians from all over the world mourn and reflect on the events that occurred in 1915. The Armenian genocide was the systematic killing and deportation of Armenians by the Turks of the Ottoman Empire. In 1915, during WWI, leaders of the Turkish government set in motion a plan to expel and massacre Armenians. …

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014 - Armenia Remain Undefeated in WCQ The Caparros Effect! Armenia 3-2 Romania Match Review! 1:09:58

3+ y ago1:09:58

1:09:58

After a historic 3-2 win over Romania in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Armenia are top of group J with 9 points and are one of 4 nations in the entire tournament that have won all 3 opening matches. How did Armenia get off to this historic start? If you've been anywhere near FK you would already know! The boys break down the historic win and also talk…

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013 - Armenia 2-0 Iceland, Preview vs Romania, Reactions, Opinions & More! 58:21

3+ y ago58:21

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Armenia had a historic night in Yerevan defeating Iceland 2-0 in what will go down as one of the best performances in the national teams' history. Armenia, lead by Joaquin Caparros, now turn their attention to Romania who directly rival for second spot. The boys break down how Armenia was able to pull off such an incredible win and aww at the amazi…

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012 - Armenia Dominate Liechtenstein, Preview vs Iceland, Quick Take Thoughts and Reactions 54:29

3+ y ago54:29

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Aram and Armen are left alone after what was a full house in the last episode to try and make sense of the performance from the match. Armenia had their most dominant ever match, controlling 70% of possession, 26 shots, 36 crosses, and a 1.83 xG. Liechtenstein had 0. Armenia was somehow, through some insane luck by the visitors could not get a shot…

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