The club was founded in 1927[1] in Soviet Azerbaijan and its current name translates from Armenian as "Mountainous Artsakh".

In 1995, the club moved from Stepanakert to Yerevan in order to participate in the Armenian Premier League.

[3] In 1999, the club was expelled from the Premier League due to financial problems, but managed return to professional football the following year.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.