Cyprus Football Association announces 2026-2027 cup draw details

The Cyprus Football Association (KOP) has scheduled the draw for the 2026-2027 Coca-Cola Third Division and STOK Elite Division Cup for Monday, October 19, 2026. The proceedings will commence at 11:00 AM at the KOP headquarters, marking the 17th iteration of this tournament.

A total of 21 teams will participate, consisting of 14 clubs from the Third Division, including FC Livadia, AEK Kellion, and Othellos Athainou, and 7 teams from the Elite Division, such as Akamas/Pegeia and Geroskipou FC. The tournament format dictates that in the first phase, all 21 teams will enter a single draw where five matches will be determined. The winners of these matches, along with the 11 teams that receive a bye, will advance to the second round featuring 16 teams.

The tournament will proceed with single-leg knockout matches throughout the second round and the quarterfinals. Once the final four teams are determined, a separate draw will be held for the semifinals, which are scheduled to be played as two-legged ties.