Cyprus Times

Five Years Later, Back on the Hunt

Published February 26, 2026, 12:06
Five Years Later, Back on the Hunt

AEL is in a critical phase, trying to return to the top six of the league, something it hasn't achieved since the 2020/21 season. The team is 6 points behind APOEL and Aris, who are in 5th and 6th place respectively. AEL has three important games ahead at the “Alphamega” stadium, two as hosts against APOEL and Omonia Aradippou and one as visitors against Apollon Limassol. The game against APOEL next week is crucial for AEL's chances of competing for a place in the top six. If AEL wins and Pafos FC defeats Aris, the gap will be reduced to three points, making the battle for the top six even more exciting. The APOEL-Aris match in the 26th matchday creates an additional scenario that could benefit AEL.