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Opportunity for Dounkou Ahead of ENP Match

Published February 12, 2026, 09:28
Opportunity for Dounkou Ahead of ENP Match

Ahead of the upcoming match against ENP, Alpha Dounkou has the opportunity to compete for a place in Omonia's starting lineup. Although he was substituted in the derby against Paphos, the coach's choice of Balkovets and Masouras do not exclude Dounkou's return to the left side of the defense, especially if Masouras needs a rest. The upcoming series of games, with five matches in 15 days, makes player management necessary and potentially provides an opportunity for Dounkou to prove his worth. Omonia faces a demanding schedule with matches against ENP, Riejka (in the Conference League), APOEL and Apollon. This creates a need for changes in the starting lineup, as the coach will seek to keep his players fresh and in form. Dounkou, having performed well in the last game, appears to be one of the players who could be given opportunities. The situation is complicated by the fact that the next game with Riejka is away, which increases the need for rest for some players. Choosing Dounkou could give Masouras the rest he needs without sacrificing the team's quality. The Norwegian coach must carefully weigh his options, taking into account the form of the players, the needs of the team and the importance of the upcoming matches. The opportunity presented to Dounkou is evidence that hard work and commitment are rewarded.