October 14, Armenian journalists waved Armenian flag next to hundreds of Turkish flags at Ataturk stadium in Bursa, that sparked off a serious incident.

NEWS.am correspondent Andranik Ispiryan was present at the stadium and told of the “hospitable” reception Armenian journalists met.

“As there were no Armenian flags at the stadium, the journalists waved flag at the press box. One of the officials approached us and stated that Armenian flag cannot be waved. I explained that as there is no Armenian flags so far, as Armenians we have to stream the flag being fans of teams,” the reporter says, adding that the official threatened he would have problems with police.

According to NEWS.am reporter, one of the Armenian football federation members persuaded the journalists to hide the flag, however journalist pressured the official.

NEWS.am correspondent also negotiated with Turkish federation press secretary. Asked whether “they had obstacles when they were in Armenia”, Turkish official replied, “We were heartily met in Armenia.” Turkish press secretary held negotiations with his bosses and allowed Armenian journalists to wave the flag.

October 14, Armenia-Turkey football match took place in Bursa. Armenian and Turkish Presidents Serzh Sargsyan and Abdullah Gul were among the spectators.