Baku: Mkhitaryan coming to Azerbaijan as part of BorussiaSeptember 1, 2015 - 18:54 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry issued a statement on the visit of Henrikh Mkhitaryan, a midfielder for Borussia Dortmund and the Armenian national football team for a Europa League match with Gabala, Azerbaijan, Contact.az reports. “Football is a team sport. The whole team of Borussia Dortmund, rather than an individual player is arriving in Azerbaijan,” a Foreign Ministry representative said. As a result of a Europa League group stage draw on August 28, Borussia found itself in the same group with Azerbaijan’s Gabala. Some Azerbaijani media began speculating whether Mkhitaryan, who has visited Nagorno Karabakh a number of times could be denied a visa. Gabala management took no stance, declaring that the state is to decide whether to grant the footballer entry or not. Borussia’s management, in turn, expressed hope that no problems will arise with Mkhitaryan’s visit to Azerbaijan, as he is a key player for the team. Top stories Armenian gymnast, Olympic bronze medalist Artur Davtyan has reached the finals of the World Cup. Gor Manvelyan has denied reports alleging that he has expressed a desire to one day play for the French national team. Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not considering FC Spartak Moscow as his next haven, according to fresh reports. 10 Armenian lifters will compete in the 2021 World Championships scheduled to be held from 7 to 17 December in Tashkent. Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |