Anorthosis suffers narrow defeat against Aris in Limassol

Anorthosis Famagusta suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Aris in Limassol on November 1, 2026. The match, held at the Alphamega Stadium, remained scoreless until the final moments, when Matysik scored the winning goal for Aris in the 95th minute, denying Anorthosis a hard-earned draw.

Following the game, Anorthosis coach Barak Itzhaki expressed his frustration over the late concession, noting that while his players performed well against a talented opponent, the loss was difficult to accept. The match was further complicated for the visitors by forced substitutions involving players Furtado, Middendorp, and Sergiou, which disrupted the team's tactical balance during the high-pressure encounter. Despite a disallowed goal from Marios Ilia due to an offside call, Anorthosis maintained a competitive spirit throughout the game.

In the aftermath, coach Itzhaki stated that the medical status of the injured players will be clarified in the coming days. The team now shifts its focus toward recovery and preparation for their next fixture, with Itzhaki emphasizing the need to improve performance quality despite the current setback.