APOEL marks centenary with celebrations and high-stakes match against Aris

APOEL is celebrating its centenary on November 8, 2026, marking 100 years since its founding in a Nicosia confectionery in 1926. To honor this milestone, the club has organized a series of events, including a torch relay, a photo exhibition, and a fan day. As part of the official commemoration, Nicosia's Old Town Hall and Eleftherias Square are being illuminated in the club's blue and yellow colors. The decision to light up municipal buildings was approved by the Nicosia Municipal Council, despite opposition from AKEL councilors, which sparked a local debate regarding the protocol for honoring institutional anniversaries.

On the pitch, the football club is preparing for a high-profile league match against Aris at the GSP Stadium on November 8. APOEL is currently undefeated at home this season and enters the match with significant momentum. Coach Nikos Papadopoulos is managing his squad's fitness, with the team aiming to capitalize on home-field advantage. Only 500 tickets remained for the North stand as of Friday, signaling a near sell-out crowd. Meanwhile, the club is also in the process of finalizing an investment agreement with Savvas Liassis’s group, with a General Assembly scheduled for November 23 to discuss the partnership.