Omonia and Omonia 29th of May secure league victories
In the 8th round of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan, Omonia Nicosia defeated AEL 2-0. The goals were scored by Jaden Montnor in the 33rd minute and another teammate, securing the win. The return of Coulibaly to the starting lineup was highlighted as a key factor in strengthening Omonia's defense and maintaining a clean sheet.
Meanwhile, Omonia 29th of May secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Nea Salamina at the Katokopia-Epistrofi stadium. The match was decided in the 75th minute by a goal from Castelo, who had come on as a substitute five minutes earlier following an assist by Abri. Goalkeeper Uzoho played a vital role in the final minutes, preserving the lead against Nea Salamina’s pressure. This result brings Omonia 29th of May to 11 points, five points clear of the relegation zone.
Following these matches, managers expressed varying reactions. Omonia 29th of May coach Fanzio Buys praised his players' character, while Nea Salamina coach Angel Lopez expressed frustration, claiming the defeat was unjust given his team's second-half performance. Both teams now look forward to their next fixtures as they aim to improve their standing in the league.