APOEL Nicosia celebrates 100th anniversary with victory against Aris

On November 8, 2026, the Cypriot football club APOEL Nicosia marked its 100th anniversary with a festive event at the GSP Stadium, held shortly after the team secured a 3-1 victory against Aris. The match victory, achieved through goals by Marquinhos, Carrillo, and Tasos Bakasetas after an early deficit, extended the team's recent momentum of consecutive comeback wins. The celebration was attended by approximately 20,000 fans, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with flares and chants.

The commemorative events included a spectacular drone show featuring 500 aerial devices that projected images of the club's founder, Georgios Poulias, the emblem, and various trophies. During the festivities, club president Charis Fotiou addressed the crowd, leading them in reciting the Greek National Anthem. Significant honors were awarded to legendary figures and their families, including the late Ian Moores, the club's all-time top scorer Giannos Ioannou, and former captain Nuno Morais, whose son David read an emotional message from his father.

This historic milestone event served as a blend of celebration for the club's sporting legacy and a display of current team success. Following this victory, the club continues its league campaign, buoyed by the strong form shown by players like Bakasetas, who has recorded four goals in the last three matches.