AEK Larnaca eliminated from Conference League by Beitar Jerusalem

AEK Larnaca was eliminated from the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round on July 30, 2026, after losing to Beitar Jerusalem in a penalty shootout. Following a challenging two-leg tie, the Cypriot side failed to advance to the next stage of the European competition despite a significantly improved offensive performance in the second leg, where they scored three goals and forced extra time.

AEK coach Mauro Camoranesi expressed pride in his players, noting that the team displayed high intensity and tactical discipline for the full 120 minutes. He acknowledged that while the squad created enough opportunities to secure the victory, they must now accept the outcome and focus on upcoming domestic obligations. The team showed resilience, particularly when equalizing late in the match to force the game into overtime.

This elimination marks an uncharacteristic exit for AEK from European competitions in recent years. Moving forward, the club plans to use the insights gained from these fixtures to address tactical weaknesses. The team will now shift its full attention to the Cypriot league, where they aim to compete for the championship title this season.