Omonia prepares for Europa League clash against NK Celje in Slovenia

Omonia Nicosia has arrived in Slovenia for the second matchday of the UEFA Europa League's league phase, where they will face NK Celje on October 15, 2026, at 19:45 (local time) at the Z'dežele Stadium. The Cypriot team, which won its opening match 1-0 against Celta Vigo, aims to secure its first-ever away victory in the competition against a Slovenian opponent. Approximately 500 Omonia supporters are expected to travel to Slovenia to support the team.

Manager Henning Berg highlighted the strength of the home side, acknowledging their European pedigree. Omonia faces several roster challenges; Andreas Christou is sidelined due to injury, and Akintola remains doubtful. Furthermore, Aiting, Kitsos, Musialowski, Odubajo, and Victor are excluded from the European squad list. Brouwers has traveled with the team, but his participation will be decided at the last minute. The team held its final training session at the stadium on Tuesday. Referee Elchin Masiyev of Azerbaijan has been appointed to officiate the match, with Italian Luca Pairetto assigned to VAR. The team is scheduled to return to Cyprus in the early hours of October 16.