Ankara – Istanbul – Podgorica – Baku, and then back again. Today, Armisa Kuch will begin training with Fomget in Turkey’s capital. There’s no time to rest, as the national team striker has set her sights on two goals – the B League of Nations for Montenegro, and the title for Fomget.

Known as Misa, this talented player from Rožaje is relentless in her pursuits. She made a significant impact in her first international cycle by scoring a hat-trick against Lithuania in a 3:1 win, and she also stood out in the scoreless draw in Baku during the opening match of the C Nations League.

– Despite the poor weather conditions during the match against Azerbaijan, we felt we were denied a clear penalty. It was an important match for me, and we didn’t get our due, but we demonstrated that we are the top team in our group and we’ll take the win in the rematch on our turf. We had the talent before, but we’ve finally grasped the need to be bolder and more aggressive in tackles, because pretty play alone doesn’t secure results. While we’re not yet on par with our opponents in that aspect, we’re becoming a bit tougher, even though we play football for love. Women’s football is advancing rapidly, and I believe this is necessary, says “Vijesti” as Misa, who was named Montenegro’s top footballer last year.

As a striker in coach Mirko Marić‘s squad, and with experience from top clubs and leagues, she holds no doubts:

– We have the talent, undeniable skill, and passion for football. What we lack are facilities in clubs and a solid foundation. It’s challenging to field a national team with quality depth in every position when there are so few active female players. Our realistic goal is the B League of Nations, and that’s where we belong. No men’s club in Montenegro matches the facilities we enjoy at Fomget. We have three high-quality pitches and all the necessary infrastructure for training. In the top league, I expect us to seize the title. We are the most popular football club in Ankara; currently, Fenerbahçe is two points ahead, and seven clubs are in contention for the top spot, but I truly believe we are the best, says Misa, who leads the league in scoring with 19 goals.

Misa’s three-year contract concludes in the summer, and she was later joined at Fomget by Montenegro’s captain, Sladjana Bulatović.

– It’s wonderful to be together! From the very beginning, we’ve built a family atmosphere in the national team. Fomget feels like home to me, as I have amazing facilities, support, and respect, which makes me feel no urge to leave. Throughout my time at Fomget, I received an open offer from Russian club Zenit, but the lifestyle here and the extra free time are major advantages of playing in Turkey.

Armisa Kuch shines in women’s football, while her relative Edwin Kuch plays for Neftchi Azerbaijan in the men’s national team.

– We share a family bond; he came to our hotel in Baku to encourage us and wish us luck. He had a match, so he couldn’t cheer us on live. During our game against Lutvanke, we were supported by Balsa Toskovic.

Her sister, Andjela, is “a talent for the highest levels and would be playing for a top club if not for two injuries. On and off the field, she exemplifies what it means to be an elite athlete, and I anticipate she will soon dominate at an elite level,” concludes Misa, who stands as our national team’s leading scorer with 40 goals.

We had talent before, but it’s become clear we need to be bolder and more assertive in our competitions, as just ‘playing pretty’ doesn’t yield victories. We may not be on par with our competition just yet, as we prefer to avoid overly aggressive starts because we’re passionate about football, but we are certainly a little tougher than we used to be. This progression is essential for women’s football, says Armisa Kuč.

Women’s Football is Evolving into a Global Brand

When the women’s “el clasico” between Barcelona and Real Madrid drew 99,000 fans at Camp Nou two years ago – an all-time high – it marked a turning point.

– Women’s football is truly becoming a global brand. If someone had predicted two years ago that we would witness such rapid advancements, particularly in finances, I wouldn’t have believed it. The fact that our club president is the mayor of Ankara says a lot – remarked Armisa Kuč.

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