AEK Larnaca spokesperson Kyriakos Dimitriou has confirmed that the team is finalizing preparations for the upcoming UEFA qualifying second leg match against Beitar Jerusalem. The team is scheduled to complete their local training on the morning of July 28, before traveling to Romania for the encounter. The official pre-match training sessions and press conferences are set to take place on Wednesday, followed by the decisive match on Thursday.

Following the first leg, where the team faced difficulties, Dimitriou emphasized the necessity for AEK to improve their performance and overturn the current deficit. He noted that although no team is at peak fitness this early in the season, it is crucial for the players to maximize their positive spells during the game and capitalize on scoring opportunities. The club views the qualification process as a two-leg challenge and remains focused on securing the required result to advance. The spokesperson also addressed the importance of maintaining focus despite incidents involving supporters during the previous fixture, highlighting the need to shift full attention to the tactical demands of the upcoming 90 minutes in Romania.