The following was released by the office of Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan today hosted UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, who arrived in Armenia to take part in the events dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Football Federation of Armenia (FFA).

The Prime Minister attached importance to the programs aimed at the development of football in Armenia with the support of UEFA, noting that the Armenian Government is interested in the close cooperation between the latter and the FFA. Nikol Pashinyan stressed the importance of projects aimed at improving football infrastructure in Yerevan and the regions, which contribute to the popularization of football and sports. The Prime Minister stressed the role of football, which has not only social but also important educational and psychological aspects.

Aleksander Ceferin again congratulated the FFA on its 30th anniversary, adding UEFA will continue to actively support the development of football in Armenia. The projects will be aimed at establishing new stadiums and infrastructure, and the volume of support will be expanded.