Apollon Limassol defeats Anorthosis 3-1 in league opener

Apollon Limassol secured their first victory of the 2026 season on September 7, defeating Anorthosis with a 3-1 scoreline. Despite the win, manager Hernan Losada expressed reservations regarding the team's performance, noting that they remain far from last season's standards. Alen Ozbolt stood out by scoring two goals, bringing his total to four this season, while Gary Rodriguez contributed significantly by scoring and providing an assist, though he was also responsible for conceding a penalty.

Historically, this start marks a notable improvement for Apollon compared to the previous season, when the team under Sofronis Avgousti suffered two major defeats in their opening matches. Manager Losada continues to manage a squad hampered by several absences, including Tomas, Weissbeck, Ljubicic, and Andreou, who is sidelined with a muscle injury.

Looking ahead, Apollon faces a challenging schedule as they prepare for an away match against Omonia, followed by a home game against APOEL on September 19. The coaching staff is currently analyzing data from Omonia's recent match against Aris to prepare for these high-stakes encounters, which will serve as a crucial test of the team's competitive consistency.