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AEL Eliminated Aris in Extra Time and Advanced to Quarterfinals (VIDEO)

Published January 21, 2026, 18:15

AEL qualified for the quarter-final phase of the Coca-Cola Cup, defeating Aris 1-0 in extra time and 5-4 on penalties. The match was balanced, with few chances, and was decided in the last minute by a penalty from Conceicao in the 90+5'. Aris and AEL played primarily tactically, without creating many opportunities. AEL managed to capitalize on the penalty they earned and secure their qualification. APOEL, Paphos, Omonia, Apollon and Omonia Aradippou have already qualified for the quarter-final phase. The draw will be held on Friday (23/01). The two teams will meet again in the Cyprus League by Stoiximan, with Aris hosting Omonia and AEL playing away against Anorthosis.