Anorthosis wins appeal against stadium ban

On October 5, 2026, the Appeals Committee of the Cyprus Football Association (KOP) unanimously overturned previous disciplinary sanctions imposed on Anorthosis Famagusta. The original penalties, issued by the Judicial Committee on September 23, 2026, required the club to play one home match behind closed doors and prohibited the attendance of their fans at one away game. The club's legal team successfully argued that the punishment was disproportionate and inconsistent with the actual circumstances of the case, specifically noting that no dangerous objects were thrown onto the pitch.

Following the verdict, the financial fines remain in force, but the bans on fan attendance are revoked. Consequently, Anorthosis will be able to host its upcoming league match against Pafos FC on October 11, 2026, with the full support of its supporters at the Freedom Antonis Papadopoulos Stadium. Additionally, fans will be permitted to travel for the away match against Omonia 29M in Peristerona. The management of Anorthosis welcomed the decision as a vindication of their position, though they expressed frustration regarding the timing of public statements made by the chairman of the Judicial Committee during the process.