In a historic meeting that bridges nations through the love of football, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov welcomed representatives of the revered Barcelona Football Club, led by Joan Laporta, President of FC Barcelona. The distinguished guests arrived in Kyrgyzstan not only to inaugurate a Barcelona Football Academy in Jalal-Abad but also to partake in various other events aimed at fostering football culture and camaraderie.
President Japarov took the occasion to highlight the remarkable achievements of FC Barcelona's players, who have scaled numerous peaks through their extraordinary skills and determination. Addressing the visiting legends, he commented;
"All over the world, you are raising the 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."
Emphasizing the significance of the legends' visit, President Japarov expressed his conviction that the presence of FC Barcelona's icons in Kyrgyzstan would kindle a blaze of exhilaration among the nation's football fans. The long-cherished dream of witnessing the mesmerizing gameplay of these legends in person is now set to come true.
The Kyrgyzstani President shared his personal affinity for football, reminiscing about his formative years when he engaged in impromptu matches with fellow youngsters on his village's streets. This early connection with the sport has shaped his life, mirroring the sentiment of many in Kyrgyzstan where football has woven itself into the fabric of society, captivating the hearts of devoted enthusiasts.
President Japarov harbors an ambitious aspiration - that the encounter with FC Barcelona's icons will ignite a spark in Kyrgyzstan's budding football players, propelling the nation toward future World Cup glory. The president's unwavering faith in the transformative power of sports as a vehicle for unity and national pride was palpable throughout the event.
On his part, Joan Laporta, the president of FC Barcelona, conveyed his profound satisfaction at the inauguration of the club's football academy on Kyrgyzstani soil. He underlined that the teaching methodology would mirror that of the parent institution in Barcelona, a testament to the commitment of FC Barcelona to spreading its values across the globe. Laporta proclaimed that Barça extends beyond being a mere sports club; its objective encompasses propagating its values globally.
Laporta also shared insights into FC Barcelona's upcoming match against the "Legends of Asia," scheduled for 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 declared.
In a heartfelt conclusion, President Japarov reaffirmed Kyrgyzstan's warm welcome to global football stars, expressing hope for their recurrent visits to the country. As the meeting concluded on a note of mutual admiration and shared goals, it underscored the immense potential of sports to bridge cultures, inspire the youth, and instill values that transcend boundaries.
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