Omonia defender Jure Balkovec forced off due to injury against AEL

During the Omonia match against AEL on October 31, 2026, Slovenian left-back Jure Balkovec was forced to leave the pitch due to physical discomfort. The player requested to be substituted in the second half, with reports varying slightly on the exact timing, placing the change at either the 65th or 68th minute. Odubajo replaced him to finish the match under the direction of head coach Henning Berg.

Preliminary assessments suggest the issue is muscular, raising concerns for the coaching staff who rely heavily on the defender. The exact severity of the injury and the potential duration of his absence remain unknown at this time. Omonia officials have stated that the player will undergo further medical examinations to determine the extent of the problem and the necessary recovery timeline. This incident adds to the team's ongoing roster challenges as they continue their domestic campaign.