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Defensive Issues Hampering APOEL's Performance

Published March 25, 2026, 20:13
Defensive Issues Hampering APOEL's Performance

APOEL's defensive weakness is a significant factor in their poor performance in the championship. The team has conceded 28 goals this season, the most along with Aris, which has pushed them out of the title race and European qualification. Compared to previous seasons, APOEL's defensive performance has deteriorated significantly. While they had conceded only two goals until the 6th matchday at the beginning of the championship, the tally reached 11 goals at the end of the first round. The situation worsened further in the playoffs, where they conceded another goal in the first match. The numbers show that APOEL's defense has deteriorated significantly compared to previous seasons, when they had conceded fewer goals by the playoff stage. This situation has negatively affected the team's performance and their prospects for success.