Nea Salamina coach Angel Lopez reflects on heavy defeat to AEK

On September 6, 2026, Nea Salamina suffered a heavy 4-1 home defeat against AEK during the second matchday of the championship. Following the game, Nea Salamina manager Angel Lopez expressed deep disappointment, primarily apologizing to the club’s supporters who created a supportive atmosphere throughout the match.

Lopez attributed the loss to individual errors and the team's inability to win critical one-on-one duels, despite acknowledging that the squad had followed the tactical plan during parts of the game. He emphasized that the team maintained control for specific intervals, but recurring personal mistakes proved decisive in the final outcome.

Looking ahead, the manager insisted that this result serves as a learning opportunity. He noted that it is still very early in the season and the team will analyze the performance to improve. The focus now shifts toward the next round, as the club aims to move forward and treat each upcoming match as an individual challenge.