AEL secures victory over Nea Salamina amid tactical adjustments

AEL Limassol secured a narrow victory against Nea Salamina in a match held on September 13, 2026. While the team's performance left room for improvement, the individual contributions of Remi Oudin and Stevan Jovetic were instrumental in overcoming the opposition. Despite lacking natural rhythm, 36-year-old Jovetic demonstrated his quality, particularly through a notable free kick, while Oudin provided versatility in multiple roles across the pitch.

Head coach Hugo Martins acknowledged after the match that both players were deployed out of their natural positions to address team needs. Martins specifically noted that Jovetic was sacrificed as a center-forward but is expected to perform better when shifted to a role behind the striker. The winning goal was ultimately scored by Gomes, who capitalized on a key opportunity to secure three points for the side.

Looking ahead, the coaching staff aims to refine the team's chemistry. For the upcoming match against Paphos, Martins is expected to rotate the squad, with Milosavljevic and Papageorgiou likely returning to the starting lineup. The team is also evaluating options for the forward position, considering either Karamanis or the newly arrived Chinedu to lead the attack.