Press conference of "Ararat-Armenia" head coach Vardan Minasyan before the match against Moldovan "Zimbru" in the second round of the Conference League qualification:
— What do you know about "Zimbru"?
— We don't have much information about this team. We know that they have played 6 games. There are changes in the lineup, new players have appeared. There is more information from last season. There are no major changes in their style of play. The team is very well-trained, disciplined, defends well, and makes quick attacks.
— There were accusations in the media against your club that some passengers couldn't get on the plane to Chisinau because of you. What do you say about this?
— This is a lie, I don't know where these rumors come from. We, like everyone who bought plane tickets, were waiting for the delayed flight for 4.5 hours and flew to Chisinau together. We didn't do anything special, just waited for the flight (answered the press secretary).
— What helps you play well on the road?
— I think we have more experience in such matches than "Zimbru". But it is a very organized team, which was a surprise to us. They have fast players. I would also say that the recent results show that Moldovan football is progressing significantly. Your three teams have advanced further, this is definitely not a coincidence. I consider "Zimbru" a great team.
— How well do you know Denis Dedeccho, who played in Armenia?
— When he was in Armenia, I was working abroad. But I remember him, he executes free kicks very well.
— What is the difficulty of this being the first official match of the season?
— I don't see any problems. We haven't changed our style for the second year, but surprises can happen.
The match "Zimbru" — "Ararat-Armenia" will take place in Chisinau on July 25 at 20:45 Yerevan time.