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“LOCKED” the First Place, EVERYTHING Else is PLAYING OUT – What Applies to the Playoff and Play-out Schedule

Published March 9, 2026, 09:07
“LOCKED” the First Place, EVERYTHING Else is PLAYING OUT – What Applies to the Playoff and Play-out Schedule

The first phase of the Cyprus League By Stoiximan concludes on March 14-16, and Omonia has already secured first place. The schedule for the playoffs and play-outs will be determined based on the final standings, with the aim of crowning the champion and allocating European tickets, as well as the relegation of teams. In the playoffs, Omonia will face the team that finishes in 6th place away from home, which will be either APOEL or Aris. Aris and APOEL will face each other to determine their final position. Apollon will host Anorthosis, while AEK is competing for second place and could finish from 2nd to 4th. Paphos can maintain its position or climb to 3rd place. The 26th matchday is crucial, as beyond Omonia, which has secured first place, the remaining positions are contested. The schedule for the 26th matchday has been set and includes matches in various cities of Cyprus. The schedule for the playoffs and play-outs has been determined, with a specific way of conducting for each group. In the playoffs, the teams will play each other in double matches, while in the play-outs single matches will be held. The completion of the championship is expected to be exciting, with many teams competing for important goals.