Omonia prepares for Europa League opener against Celta Vigo
Omonia Nicosia is set to face Celta Vigo at the GSP Stadium on September 16, 2026, at 19:45, in the opening match of the UEFA Europa League League Phase. The Cypriot side enters the contest as an underdog, with manager Henning Berg emphasizing the significance of this European debut. Omonia has finalized its 23-man squad for the fixture, though players Odubajo, Aiting, and Akintola were excluded from the European list. The club hopes to capitalize on home advantage in a sold-out stadium to secure its first points in the tournament.
The Spanish visitors, coached by Claudio Giraldez, arrive in Cyprus with a shortened preparation time, having completed only one training session. Celta Vigo will be without their captain, Iago Aspas, who is sidelined for approximately four weeks due to a grade-one muscle injury. Despite their recent domestic challenges in La Liga, the Spanish side remains a formidable opponent. This match marks the third time Omonia faces an opponent from Spain in their European history, aiming for a favorable start following their previous mixed results in group and league stage openers.