  Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium to host 2018 World Cup finalsOctober 8, 2011 - 09:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russia’s sports minister Vitaly Mutko said that only two Moscow stadiums will host the 2018 World Cup games instead of three as provided by the country’s bid. “We decided to leave two stadiums to Moscow, although there are three arenas under construction there at the moment. Luzhniki Stadium will host the final matches. As for the stadiums of Dynamo and Spartak, those who construct it first, will have the right to hold the World Cup. The reconstruction of the Dynamo Stadium is expected to be complete by 2016. Meanwhile, the owner of Spartak Moscow Leonid Fedun expects the first match at his stadium, which is currently being built from scratch, to be held in 2014,” Mutko said, according to Interfax.   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 |  Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE 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. |
