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Apollon Takes the Lead and Beletz Sent Off (via VAR) in Derby Clash!

Published January 18, 2026, 18:10
Apollon Takes the Lead and Beletz Sent Off (via VAR) in Derby Clash!

In the Cypriot league derby, Apollon took the lead with a penalty in the 10th minute, scored by Thomas after a foul on him by Nanou. In the 17th minute, APOEL goalkeeper Beletz was sent off with a red card after a VAR review for a foul on Rodriguez just outside the box. The referee initially showed a yellow card, but the decision was overturned following VAR intervention. Pereira replaced Beletz, and the referee left the match.