CFA announces referee appointments for upcoming pre-season friendlies

The Cyprus Football Association (CFA) has announced the referee appointments for a series of pre-season friendly matches. On July 16, Apollon Limassol faces AEK Larnaca at Alphamega Stadium, while Omonia Nicosia plays Panetolikos at GSP Stadium. On July 22, AEL Limassol plays Karmiotissa at their training center, and APOEL Nicosia hosts Olympiacos Nicosia at Archangelos; both matches are behind closed doors. On July 25, AEL Limassol plays Olympiacos Nicosia at the AEL training center without spectators. Finally, on July 29, Omonia Aradippou faces AEL Limassol at Aradippou community stadium, also behind closed doors. Separate commentary noted that while CFA officials have undergone training to align with UEFA regulations, the true test remains the consistent application of rules during competitive play.