Omonia makes history with a win against Celta Vigo in the Europa League

Omonia Nicosia secured a historic 1-0 victory against Spanish club Celta Vigo on September 16, 2026, during the opening match of the UEFA Europa League league phase. The decisive goal was scored in the 88th minute by Jure Balkovec, marking the first time Omonia has ever defeated a Spanish opponent in European competition. The match took place at the GSP Stadium in Nicosia in front of 11,271 spectators, earning the club a financial bonus of 450,000 euros.

The victory has significant implications for both the club and Cyprus's national coefficient, with the country gaining 500 points in the UEFA rankings to solidify its 15th position. Defensively, the team led by Henning Berg performed excellently, with players like Balkovec and Duvern receiving top ratings for their contribution to the shutout. Omonia now shifts its focus back to domestic competition, with an upcoming league match against Krasava ENY scheduled for September 20, 2026, as the squad aims to build on this European momentum.