Ararat-Armenia, the reigning champions of Armenia, will take on Latvian club Riga in the first round of the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, marking a significant step in their pursuit of European football.
The draw for the UEFA Champions League qualifiers has revealed that Ararat-Armenia will compete against Riga, the champions of the Latvian Higher League. This matchup comes as Ararat-Armenia looks to build on their previous European experience after reaching the third round of the Conference League qualifiers last season, where they faced a tough defeat against Czech club Sparta Praha.
The first leg of the qualifying round is scheduled to take place in Armenia on either July 7 or 8, with the second leg to follow shortly after. This early stage of the tournament is crucial for Ararat-Armenia as they aim to make their mark on the European stage and progress further than they have in previous seasons.
Fans and supporters of Ararat-Armenia are eagerly anticipating this clash, hoping that their team can leverage home advantage and secure a favorable result against the Latvian side. The matchup promises to be an exciting opportunity for both clubs to showcase their talents on an international platform.