Barak Itzhaki takes charge of Anorthosis Famagusta

Anorthosis Famagusta has officially appointed Barak Itzhaki as its new head coach, tasking him with turning around the team's struggling performance in the Cyprus League. Following a dismal start to the season with only one victory in six matches, the club parted ways with Nestor El Maestro to address their position near the bottom of the table. Itzhaki, who previously played for the club during the 2012-2013 season, faces his managerial debut on October 24, 2026, in a home match against Omonia Aradippou at the Freedom Antonis Papadopoulos stadium.

In his first lineup as manager, Itzhaki introduced three key tactical changes, including starting goalkeeper Karlstrom, defender Karamanolis, and forward Dion, while team captain Kostakis Artymatas was moved to the bench. The match holds historical significance as Itzhaki faces Omonia Aradippou manager Giannos Okkas, his former teammate from their shared time at Anorthosis thirteen years ago. While the club faces ongoing pressure to improve, Itzhaki will be without players Bergstrom, Fan Niff, and Ioannou for this fixture. The team looks to this leadership change to spark a recovery before their next league challenge against Aris Limassol on November 1, 2026.