Omonia prepares for crucial Europa League play-off return leg against Sint-Truiden

Omonia Nicosia is set to host Belgian side Sint-Truiden at the GSP Stadium tonight, August 27, at 20:00, in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League play-offs. Having lost the first leg in Belgium 1-0, the Cypriot side aims to overturn the deficit to secure a spot in the competition's League Phase. A victory would be historically significant for the club, while defeat would relegate them to the League Phase of the UEFA Conference League.

Manager Henning Berg confirmed that 23 players have been included in the squad for the match. Mihlali Mayambela is available after recovering from a recent injury, while Odubajo and Atying remain sidelined. During the pre-match press conference, Berg also addressed ongoing transfer interest regarding defender Senou Coulibaly, acknowledging a proposal from the Russian club Rodina. Despite the interest, the club emphasizes its desire to retain the player to avoid weakening the squad before the transfer window closes.

Former Belgian international Steven Defour has commented on the intensity of European matches in Cyprus, noting that Omonia's home atmosphere may pose a challenge for the visiting Belgian team. If Omonia fails to secure the aggregate win, they will continue their European campaign in the Conference League.