Nicosia football derby between APOEL and Omonia 29M

On October 25, 2026, the GSP Stadium in Nicosia hosted a high-tension football match between APOEL and Omonia 29M. The event drew significant attention due to the intense rivalry between the two sets of fans, marking their first competitive encounter in nine years following the 2018 split that led to the formation of Omonia 29M.

Supporters of Omonia 29M, associated with the Thira 9 group, occupied the northern stand, while APOEL fans, known as the 'Orange', took their designated positions shortly after. The atmosphere was described as electrified and combative, characterized by persistent chanting throughout the match. For many younger supporters in the 17-20 age bracket, this was their first experience witnessing such a direct encounter between the two fanbases, as they had been pre-adolescent during the last major clashes.

While the atmosphere remained charged throughout the event, sources indicate that the tension did not escalate beyond the verbal exchange of chants. The game served as a focal point for local sports media, highlighting both the historical significance of the rivalry and the emergence of a new generation of supporters for both teams.