About Armenian Cup

The Armenian Cup is the main national knockout football competition in Armenia, organized by the Football Federation of Armenia. It was first introduced in 1992 after the country gained independence from the Soviet Union, replacing earlier Soviet-era cup competitions that had existed since 1939. The tournament includes clubs from different levels of Armenian football and serves as one of the country’s key domestic trophies.

In its early modern form, the competition was known as the Armenian Independence Cup and quickly became an important part of the new national football system. The format has traditionally been a single-elimination knockout tournament, though the number of participating teams and structure has changed over time. Clubs from the Premier League and lower divisions compete together, which often creates opportunities for surprises and underdog runs.

Today, the Armenian Cup continues to be a major annual competition and also serves as a qualification route for European tournaments, with the winner earning a place in UEFA competitions. It is one of the key titles in Armenian football alongside the league championship and the Super Cup, with clubs like Pyunik, Ararat-Armenia, and Noah among the most successful in recent years.