Sports: Celtic vs Alashkert: Armenian side’s boss Varuzhan Sukiasyan says ‘we don’t fear’ Hoops

Ani Tigranian 2018
The Scottish Sun, UK
NOTHING TO LOSE

The Hoops landed the Armenian minnows in a tricky Champions League first round qualifier, but gaffer Sukiasyan is optimistic his side can spring a Euro shock

By David Friel
20th June 2018, 12:57 pm

Gaffer Sukiasyan admits Celtic are the favourites but reckons his team could spring a Euro shock next month.

He said: “We face a strong rival and of course we respect them.

“But there is nothing to fear.

“We have to show the initiative in the two games and try to dictate our game to Celtic.  

“We must not forget that we have a number of players who have accumulated international experience in the national team.

“We also have experienced foreigners in our team.

“We are seriously preparing for the confrontation with Celtic.

“We will do our best to show a beautiful game and make our fans happy.”

Alashkert have moved the July 11 first leg to Yerevan’s Republic Stadium and will give fans free entry.



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