AEK Larnaca prepares for Omonia Aradippou match amid squad adjustments
AEK Larnaca is finalizing preparations for its upcoming Cypriot league match against Omonia Aradippou, scheduled for Monday, October 12, at 19:00. The team, currently tied for first place with nine points alongside AEL, utilized the international break to conduct friendly matches against Nea Salamina and Apollon. Manager Ruben Selles expressed satisfaction with the team's tactical performance during these tests, emphasizing the squad's readiness to maintain their position at the top of the standings.
Regarding the squad status, the team faces several absences due to injury. Players Olivan, Chacon, and Amin are confirmed to be unavailable for the upcoming fixture. Specifically, Chacon underwent a minor surgical procedure to remove a screw causing discomfort, while the club continues to monitor the health of the remaining squad members. Spokesperson Kyriakos Dimitriou emphasized that the team will approach the match with full concentration, aiming to avoid past difficulties encountered against lower-ranked clubs.
In addition to league preparations, the club is actively advocating for the use of foreign referees in the VAR system for future matches, a sentiment shared by other teams. Furthermore, the club's basketball division recently celebrated a significant victory in the FIBA Europe Cup, defeating Würzburg, which has boosted morale across the organization.