YEREVAN, NOVEMBER 9, ARMENPRESS. Midfielder of the Armenian national football team and Manchester United Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been appointed as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in Armenia.

During a ceremony in the session hall of the Football Academy of AFF, Mkhitaryan said being an Ambassador is important for him and he is willing to do more to support UNICEF.

“I am ready to use my capabilities in helping UNICEF to contribute to the education right of children in Armenia, especially the most vulnerable”, Mkhitaryan said.

“We are happy that Mkhitaryan joined us as a strong supporter of children and healthy lifestyle”, UNICEF representative to Armenia Tanja Radocaj said. 

Photos by Gevorg Perkuperkyan