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APOEL Retreats and Faces Pressure After Defeat

Published January 20, 2026, 22:05
APOEL Retreats and Faces Pressure After Defeat

APOEL suffered a defeat in Limassol, dropping to 6th place in the league standings and increasing the pressure to remain in the top six and compete for a European exit through the playoffs. The team struggled to score, with Laifis reducing the score and narrowly missing a late opportunity with a shot off the crossbar. The absence of effective strikers, such as Pieros Sotiriou, was crucial, while midfielders Mayer, Dalsio, and Rosa were also sidelined due to injuries. Furthermore, goalkeeper Beletsi is expected to lose his place after a serious error in the previous derby. The management and coaching staff hope for the return of injured players and an increase in fan attendance at the stadium to improve the team's performance.