Anorthosis prepares for Famagusta derby following victory against APOEL

Anorthosis Famagusta is preparing for the upcoming local derby against Nea Salamina with increased confidence following a significant victory over APOEL. Team spokesperson Charalambos Parpettas stated on September 16, 2026, that the recent win was a result of a high-level performance, noting that the team continues to improve steadily since their match against AEL. Despite the positive momentum, club officials are attempting to keep expectations grounded while acknowledging the difficult road ahead.

In preparation for the away match, the club plans to distribute tickets to organized supporters and arrange for giant screens at the Freedom Antonis Papadopoulos Stadium. Parpettas emphasized that the club is currently in discussions with the Cyprus Football Association (KOP) regarding the live broadcast of these matches on the stadium’s screens. Furthermore, the spokesperson expressed dissatisfaction with the refereeing in recent performances, describing it as below expectations despite the team's success on the pitch.