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On This Day: Cyprus' First Victory in an Official Match (VIDEO)

Published February 17, 2026, 09:27

On February 17, 1968, the Cyprus national team achieved its first victory in an official match, defeating Switzerland 2-1 in the qualifying round of the European Championship. Asprou and Pampoullis scored for Cyprus, while Pambos Avraamidis was the team's coach. This victory was a historic moment for Cypriot football and is celebrated every year.