Apollon Limassol defeats Brann in Conference League qualifier

On August 6, 2026, Apollon Limassol secured a vital 1-0 away victory against the Norwegian side Brann in the first leg of the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. The match took place in rainy conditions at the Brann Stadion in Bergen. The decisive goal was scored in the 22nd minute by Slovenian striker Alen Ozbolt, following an assist from Malekkides, which originated from a counterattack initiated by Tomas.

Under the leadership of coach Hernan Losada, the Cypriot team maintained a disciplined defensive performance, successfully preventing the opposition from scoring. This result marks Apollon's third consecutive victory in the qualifying stages, continuing their strong defensive record. Despite the pre-season criticism regarding Ozbolt’s form, the forward has now proven his value to the squad with his second goal for the club.

The second leg is scheduled to take place at the Alphamega Stadium in Limassol. The team aims to leverage home advantage and the support of their fans to seal their qualification into the Conference League play-offs. Apollon remains focused on maintaining their defensive stability for the return leg, as they seek to confirm their progression in the tournament.