AEL Limassol continues final preseason preparations before league opener

AEL Limassol is in the final stages of its preseason preparations under manager Hugo Martins as the Cyprus League by Stoiximan approaches. The team is focusing on squad homogeneity and tactical refinement following their training camp in Poland. A significant concern for the club is the injury to Julius Szoke, who recently underwent groin surgery, forcing the coaching staff to look toward Davor Zdravkovski and Joao Tavares to stabilize the defensive midfield position.

To address defensive shortcomings observed during six previous friendly matches—where the team scored in every game but failed to keep a clean sheet—AEL scheduled final tests against ENY Ypsonas on August 19 and Aris Limassol on August 22. These matches are critical for Martins to finalize his starting lineup ahead of the league opener against Anorthosis, scheduled for Sunday, August 30, at 19:00 at the Alphamega Stadium. Following the debut, the team will face APOEL in the second round. While the primary transfer window activity has concluded, the club remains open to further reinforcements should suitable opportunities arise to improve their competitiveness for a top-six finish.