APOEL secures dramatic comeback victory against Omonia Aradippou

On November 1, 2026, APOEL defeated Omonia Aradippou 2-1 at the AEK Arena in a match defined by tactical shifts and individual interventions. The game was marked by early chaos, with APOEL's Sastre receiving a red card just 30 seconds into the match, followed by the dismissal of Omonia's De Marco before halftime. Despite APOEL hitting the woodwork three times, Omonia Aradippou took the lead in the 72nd minute through Petrovic, assisted by Kumouris.

APOEL responded immediately when Tasos Bakasetas equalized in the 77th minute from a tight angle. Following a VAR intervention that awarded a penalty for a foul on Djuricic, Bakasetas converted the spot-kick in the 89th minute to complete the comeback. Both managers, Nikos Papadopoulos for APOEL and Giannos Okkas for Omonia, acknowledged the intense physical and psychological nature of the contest, with Okkas citing a lack of stamina and experience for his side's inability to defend their lead. APOEL currently remains focused on their upcoming match coinciding with the club's centenary celebrations.