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APOEL Futsal Team Denounces 'Murderous Attack' with Spray and Tear Gas

Published March 4, 2026, 14:06
APOEL Futsal Team Denounces 'Murderous Attack' with Spray and Tear Gas

The APOEL Futsal team denounces a serious attack with spray and tear gas following the Cup semi-final match against Apollon in Limassol. During the match, there were behaviors from individuals responsible for maintaining order, which escalated tensions. After the end of the match, while the athletes were in the locker room, spray and tear gas were thrown, causing respiratory problems and eye irritation to the athletes. APOEL describes the act as a murderous attack and unacceptable, emphasizing that it endangers the health and safety of the athletes. Furthermore, it criticizes the inadequate intervention of the police force present at the scene and calls on the Cyprus Police to investigate the attack and take measures for the next matches.