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SETBACK FOR APOEL: PIEROS SOTIRIOU SUFFERS SERIOUS INJURY

Published December 29, 2025, 21:01
SETBACK FOR APOEL: PIEROS SOTIRIOU SUFFERS SERIOUS INJURY

A serious injury to Pieros Sotiriou has come as a shock to APOEL. The injury to Sotiriou is a significant blow to the Nicosia team, as he was their best striker. This disrupts Pablo Garcia's tactical plans and affects the team's transfer strategy, as a replacement in attack will now be sought. The loss of Sotiriou is particularly critical, as he was a key scorer and reference point in APOEL's attack. Garcia will need to adjust his tactics and find alternative solutions to fill the void created. On the transfer front, the need for a new striker becomes immediate. APOEL's management will need to move quickly to identify and acquire a player who can contribute immediately to the team. Sotiriou's injury comes at a critical juncture in the season, and APOEL's ability to cope with this challenge will play a key role in their league campaign.