APOEL football club dedicates 2026/27 season jersey to hospitalized 16-year-old fan

On August 10, 2026, the board of the APOEL football club announced a gesture of support for a 16-year-old supporter named Aris. The young fan is currently in critical condition following a severe traffic accident, and the club has decided to gift the first official jersey for the upcoming 2026/27 season to his family.

This uniform, which has not yet been publicly revealed, will be handed over to the family before its official debut to honor the fan during his recovery battle. The club board stated that human life takes precedence over all other priorities, including commercial planning and public presentations. The initiative aims to provide moral support and encouragement to the teenager and his relatives with the message, “Aris, hold on tight.”

This decision serves as an expression of solidarity from the entire APOEL family. While no further details regarding the teen's prognosis have been disclosed, the club continues to express its hope for a full recovery, emphasizing its commitment to stand by the family during this difficult period.