Omonia secures impressive 3-0 victory against Celje in Europa League
Omonia Nicosia achieved a dominant 3-0 victory against Celje in Slovenia on October 15, 2026, during the second round of the Europa League league phase. The Cypriot side controlled the match from the beginning, with Jaiden Montnor opening the scoring in the 17th minute after an assist from Evandro. Despite a disallowed goal in the 9th minute, Omonia remained persistent. Tankovic added the second goal in the 59th minute, and Coulibaly finalized the score at 85 minutes, marking a perfect start to their European campaign with two wins in two matches.
This victory brings Omonia to six points in the league phase standings, placing them in 6th position with a goal difference of 4-0. The win is financially rewarding, securing 450,000 euros for the club. Head coach Henning Berg praised the team's quality, defensive discipline, and intensity, noting that they successfully limited their opponent's opportunities. This result also contributes valuable coefficient points for Cyprus in the UEFA rankings.
Following their return to Cyprus, the team is now focusing on their upcoming domestic league match against Olympiacos before hosting Benfica in the next Europa League round. The performance has solidified Omonia's position as a serious contender for advancing to the next stage of the tournament.