Anorthosis prepares for APOEL clash amid defensive injury crisis

Anorthosis Famagusta has resumed training following a one-day break, shifting focus toward their upcoming home match against APOEL scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026. The team, managed by Nestor El Maestro, is aiming to secure its first victory of the championship season at the Antonis Papadopoulos stadium.

The preparation is significantly hindered by defensive setbacks. Emil Bergstrom is officially ruled out of the derby after sustaining a heel injury during the match against Apollon. Meanwhile, Brazilian forward Gabriel Furtado remains a major doubt; his condition is being monitored daily following an injury sustained in the opening match against AEL. With these absences, the club faces a tactical dilemma in central defense, potentially forcing coach El Maestro to alter his formation or reorganize the backline, as limited options currently exist alongside Karamanolis and Nemanja Tosić.

Following a lackluster defensive performance in their recent outing against Apollon, the technical staff is working to address individual errors. The team remains optimistic about achieving a positive result despite the high level of difficulty presented by the upcoming derby, emphasizing the need for continued tactical improvement in their first home game of the season.