Hugo Martins critiques AEL performance following match against Iraklis Gerolakkou

Following the match against Iraklis Gerolakkou on November 3, 2026, held at the Alphamega Stadium, AEL manager Hugo Martins expressed dissatisfaction with the team's overall performance. Despite securing qualification to the next round, the Portuguese coach noted that the team failed to meet expectations, emphasizing that the scoreline could have been more favorable had the players displayed higher energy levels.

Martins specifically highlighted Daniel Paroutis as the standout player of the match. He commended the player for his energy and effort on the pitch, contrasting his performance with the rest of the squad. The manager indicated that significant internal discussions regarding the squad's output are forthcoming, as he expects more from the players following their tactical rotation during this encounter.