Sadyr Japarov meets with legends of FC Barcelona

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met with representatives of Barcelona football club headed by Joan Laporta, who arrived in Kyrgyzstan to open a Barcelona football academy in Jalal-Abad and participate in a number of other events. Press service of the head of state reported.

Sadyr Japarov noted that the players of FC Barcelona conquered many peaks with their skills.

«All over the world you are raising interest of the young people who love football, motivating them to train tirelessly. You are a real legend for young people who are passionate about football. There are players among you who won six titles in the 2008/2009 season, setting an unprecedented record in the world football,» he stressed.

Sadyr Japarov told about his love for football, it was instilled in him from childhood, when he played ball with his peers on the streets of his village. Since then, his life has been closely connected with this sport. Football is widespread in Kyrgyzstan. This sport has truly become a part of life for those who really love it.

The head of state expressed hope that the young football players of Kyrgyzstan, inspired by the meeting with the legends of the club, would lead the republic to the World Cup in the future.

In turn, the president of FC Barcelona, Joan Laporta, noted with satisfaction the opening of the football academy of his club in Kyrgyzstan. He stressed that the teaching methodology would be the same as in the main branch. Barça is not just a club, its goal is to spread values to the whole world.

Joan Laporta also told about his plans for the upcoming match with «Legends of Asia», which will be held on August 30 at the Dolon Omurzakov stadium in Bishkek.

«We are getting ready for the game and we want to put on a good show. The value of each team is to win, but we always try to show a beautiful game, so our feature is in our style. We are a team that appreciates the best qualities of a person and tries to reveal them,» he said.

In conclusion, Sadyr Japarov once again noted that the doors of Kyrgyzstan are always open to the stars of world football, and expressed hope for their frequent visits to the country.