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The President sent a telegram of congratulations to the head trainer of CSKA, Valery Gazzaev, on the victory of his team at the decisive match for the UEFA cup

May 20, 2005

The telegram reads:

“This is the first time that a Russian team has won such a prestigious tournament. The sporting triumph of CSKA is a wonderful present for millions of fans, for all of Russia. I am certain that this achievement will be a serious stimulus for developing football and sport in general in our country.”

May 20, 2005