APOEL marks centenary with victory over Aris

APOEL Football Club celebrated its 100th anniversary on November 8, 2026, with a victory against Aris Limassol in a Cyprus League match at the GSP Stadium. The historic day was marked by high emotional significance for the club, its former officials, such as Christoforos Potamitis, and the current squad, who aimed to provide a win for the supporters during the centenary festivities.

A major development for the club was the return of team captain Pieros Sotiriou, who was included in the matchday squad for the first time in nearly a year. The Cypriot striker, who had been sidelined following surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in January 2026, expressed his deep connection to the team throughout the celebratory period. Despite falling behind early in the match, APOEL’s head coach Nikos Papadopoulos praised his team's energy, passion, and mentality in securing the win.

Following this victory, the club continues its campaign in the Cyprus League by Stoiximan. The return of key players and the positive momentum from the centenary celebration are expected to boost the team's ongoing performance as they seek further successes this season.