Alashkert

The Case For Them

Alashkert work as a second team because they come with their own geography: Armenia, Alashkert Stadium, and a set of rivalries you will absorb faster than you expect.

• The calendar you inherit

  Following Europe UEFA Europa Conference League means odd kick-off hours, a new commentary language and a table you will check before your own club's. Armenia becomes part of your week.

• Modern era club

  Formed in 1990, so the whole story is documented, arguable and still being written. Join now and you were basically there from the start.

• Something to defend

  The cabinet is not empty: Armenian Premier League: and Armenian Cup:. Small enough to recite from memory, big enough to argue about in a pub.

• Close to the pitch

  Alashkert Stadium holds about 6,850. You can hear the defenders shouting at each other, which is the single best argument for lower-capacity football.