Flags delay Omonia 29M versus Anorthosis match in Peristerona

The football match between Omonia 29M and Anorthosis, part of the 6th matchday of the Cyprus championship, experienced a 12-minute delay on October 18, 2026. The game, held at the Glavkos Kliridis – Katokopia Epistrofi stadium in Peristerona, was scheduled to kick off at 19:00 but was pushed back due to operational issues caused by the visiting fans.

Fans of Anorthosis displayed large flags in the central stand, which obstructed the view for the television broadcast cameras. According to reports from the venue, the placement of these banners interfered with both the broadcast and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system, rendering it impossible for the match to commence as planned. The referees withheld the starting whistle until the visibility issues were addressed to ensure the integrity of the match coverage and electronic refereeing systems.

Following the resolution of the obstruction, the match proceeded after the initial delay. No further disruptions were reported by the officiating team, allowing the 6th-round fixture to continue under normal conditions.