It’s a Sad Day for Armenian National Team: Joaquin Caparros

• 03.03.2022, 19:32
•  World,  Armenia,  No-politics

Armenian National team captain Henrikh Mkhitaryan announced his retirement from international football.

Speaking about the announcement, FFA president Armen Melikbekyan said: 

“As I have mentioned a lot of times, Henrikh Mkhitaryan is the best player of independent Armenian history. His contribution cannot be overestimated. He has had brilliant performances in European top leagues, making Armenia highly recognizable on the map of international football.

I am sure, that his decisionis thoroughly analyzed and must be treated accordingly. The doors of Armenian national team will always be open for Mkhitaryan. I wish him success in his club career”.

Armenian National team head coach Joaquin Caparros also commented on Mkhitaryan’s decision to retire from international football:

“It’s a sad day for Armenian national team. Our captain, leader and the most talented player of Armenian football history has decided to retire from international football. I was lucky to enjoy him playing and training in the national team. All his coaches underline his devotion and professional attitude. It was a great honor to train such a player. I think, that Heno is more than just a player for Armenian football. He is a leader and will always be a leader.”