I hope women's football will become as popular as gymnastics - Minister

Sat 22 September 2012 07:24 GMT | 12:24 Local Time

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Azad Rahimov

Youth and Sports Minister Azad Rahimov has shared his expectations from the Women's World Cup (U-01), starting today.

"First of all we expect from the World Cup that it will give a powerful impetus to the development of women's football in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan hosts many tournaments in various sports, and all of these sports with each such competition are becoming more popular. Here is an example of rhythmic gymnastics, which became massive sport in Azerbaijan. After the tournament in Baku, many parents enrolled their girls in a section of rhythmic gymnastics. We expect the same interest to women's football. "

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