Mingachevir FC, ASTA partnership to boost Azerbaijani football, says FDF Director

The partnership agreement is anticipated to bring significant benefits to Azerbaijani football, Tural Piriyev, Executive Director of Azerbaijan’s Football Development Fund (FDF), told journalists, Report informs.

Piriyev made this insight following the signing ceremony of the partnership agreement between Azerbaijan Sport Talents Academy (ASTA) and Mingachevir Football Club.

The director expressed confidence in the positive impact of the agreement:

"We began these efforts in April of last year. Initially, we visited various regions, and ultimately chose Mingachevir. Over four months of active negotiations took place, with the Ministry of Youth and Sports also participating. Since the partner's primary focus was on infrastructure, reaching an agreement was essential. A comprehensive long-term development program has been prepared, targeting three key areas: team development, youth football, and infrastructure enhancement. Our immediate goal is for Mingachevir to retain its position in League I."

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