AFFA Protests to UEFA Over Incident During Armenia-Cyprus Match

The Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA) has sent an official letter to UEFA expressing its protest regarding provocative banners and symbols displayed in the stands during the UEFA Nations League Group C2 Matchday 5 fixture between Armenia and Cyprus on November 12, 2026.

Operativ Media  reports citing information released by AFFA.

During the match, the name and flag of the former illegal separatist regime established on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan were displayed in the stands. The display of symbols of the defunct regime during an international football match is unacceptable.

The protest letter, signed by AFFA General Secretary Jahangir Farajullayev, emphasizes that UEFA Disciplinary Regulations strictly forbid the use of political, ideological, religious, and provocative words or statements in stadiums. It adds that the coordinated display of separatist symbols represents an attempt to use tournaments held under UEFA auspices for political propaganda.

“Taking the above into account, AFFA calls for an investigation into this incident, disciplinary action to be taken, and measures to prevent similar incidents in the future,” the letter reads.