Anorthosis secures 38th Allwyn Super Cup title in overtime win

The Sabbianco Anorthosis Famagusta handball team won the 38th Allwyn Super Cup on October 11, 2026, defeating Parnassos Strovolou with a score of 34-33. The highly competitive match, which opened the 2026-27 season, took place at the Kition Athletic Center in Larnaca and was decided in overtime after a dramatic regulation period that ended in a tie.

The game remained tight throughout, with the first half concluding at 13-13. Parnassos held a lead of 24-21 at the 45th minute, but Anorthosis mounted a comeback to lead 27-26 by the 56th minute. After forcing overtime, both teams were tied at 30-30 in the first additional period. Despite Parnassos scoring three goals while shorthanded in the final stretch, Anorthosis executed a decisive 3-0 run to seal the victory. This marks the fifth Super Cup title in Anorthosis's history, reclaiming the trophy from last year's winner, Parnassos. The event was broadcast live via Handballnews.