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Cyprus League: New Leader Emerges as Title Race Heats Up

Published January 5, 2026, 06:34

The 16th matchday of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan concluded with shifts in the league standings and the battle for European qualification intensifying. Omonia climbed to the top of the table, capitalizing on Paphos's defeat, although Paphos has a game in hand. Aris lost ground, while APOEL and Apollon narrowed the gap. AEK defeated Anorthosis and equaled Apollon's points. In the relegation battle, the three teams in the drop zone (Anorthosis, Freedom24 Krasava ENY, and Enosi) all suffered defeats, further complicating their situation. Ethnikos remains in a precarious position, failing to secure any points. The upcoming 17th matchday features exciting clashes such as AEL vs. Omonia, Aris vs. AEK, and Paphos vs. Omonia Aradippou. The matches will be played between January 9th and 12th. The league table is highly competitive, with many teams accumulating similar points and vying for top positions or to avoid relegation. The continuation of the championship is expected to be thrilling.