When you think of budding football nations, Armenia would not make the cut.
Since gaining independence after the split-up of the Soviet Union in 1992, the Highlanders have never qualified for a major tournament and are normally considered a stepping stone for the more established national teams in UEFA. Most consider them as an easy three points, lumped in with similar minnows such as San Marino, Andorra, Moldova and Liechtenstein.
But the Euro 2012 qualifying campaign resulted in a major change of fortune, with Armenia becoming the predator instead of the prey and coming within 90 minutes of making history.
With Canada set to play Armenia in Cyprus Wednesday in a friendly, most people are unaware of the Canucks’ latest opponents. Here is a rough guide on what you need to know about Armenian football and who to watch out for when the two countries meet.
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http://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/2012/02/27/canada_armenia_soccer_friendly/
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