Cypriot football delegation visits Armenian Genocide memorial in Yerevan

On November 12, 2026, a delegation from the Cyprus Football Association (CFA), led by President Charis Loizidis, visited the Armenian Genocide memorial in Yerevan. The visit took place during the Cypriot national team's trip to Armenia for their upcoming UEFA Nations League League C match. The delegation laid a wreath at the monument to pay tribute to the victims of the historical tragedy that began in 1915 under the Ottoman Empire, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1.5 million Armenians.

Speaking on the occasion, Loizidis emphasized the social dimension of football, stating that the sport extends beyond the field of play. He noted that the Armenian tragedy resonates deeply with Greek Cypriots, prompting the delegation to express their respects during their official sporting visit. The ceremony served as a symbolic act to highlight the strong ties between the two nations and to honor the memory of those lost in the early 20th-century events.