APOEL defeats Nea Salamina in a dramatic match

In a Cyprus League match held on October 10, 2026, at the GSP Stadium, APOEL secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Nea Salamina. The match was part of the 5th round of the championship, attracting between 11,000 and 12,000 spectators. APOEL took the lead in the 21st minute through a Pedroso penalty, but Nea Salamina equalized in the 54th minute with a header from Balde. The game remained deadlocked until stoppage time, when Dalsio scored the winning goal in the 90+1st minute.

APOEL coach Nikos Papadopoulos faced high pressure to deliver results after a slow start to the season, having secured only four points in their first four matches. Despite hitting the woodwork three times, the team struggled defensively, a persistent issue highlighted throughout the match. Nea Salamina manager Angel Lopez expressed pride in his team's performance, noting that they had been unfairly denied points in late-game situations for the second time this season.

Looking ahead, the teams are preparing for their next fixtures in the 6th round. APOEL is scheduled to play away against Pafos FC on October 19, while Nea Salamina will travel to face Apollon Limassol on the same day.