AEK Larnaca holds the top spot during the international break

AEK Larnaca has secured the top position in the league standings following a victory over Karmiotissa, heading into the international break with 20 points after nine matchdays. This marks a significant milestone for the team, which has not held the lead for two consecutive matchdays since the 2022-23 season, ending a gap of 1,392 days. Under coach Ruben Celles, the squad has maintained consistent performance, securing points in eight of their nine matches despite some criticism regarding their style of play.

Manager Ruben Celles has expressed satisfaction with his team's standing and signaled their intent to defend their position against challengers. Following the win, the squad has been granted a five-day break, with training sessions scheduled to resume on Thursday, November 12. The team will be missing several players who are on international duty, including Paraskevas, Hambos Kyriakou, and Pileas. Additionally, Pankov and Chacon have received their first call-ups for the national teams of Bulgaria and Venezuela, respectively. After the break, AEK faces a challenging away match against Olympiacos to maintain their momentum.