Analysis of the Cypriot football championship after nine rounds

Following the first nine rounds of the current Cypriot football championship, significant shifts in the standings have emerged compared to the previous season. AEL Limassol has shown the most notable improvement, climbing to 18 points—an increase of eight compared to last year—to share third place. Conversely, Paphos FC and Aris Limassol have experienced the sharpest declines, currently holding 16 and 15 points respectively, which is a decrease of five points for both teams compared to the same stage last season.

AEK Larnaca leads the league with 20 points, having improved its position from fifth to first over the last year. Omonia Nicosia has also seen a decline, dropping from 22 points at the top of the table last season to 18 points currently. Apollon Limassol has recorded a slight gain, reaching 16 points, though it remains in sixth place.

The performance data for Paphos FC illustrates a broader trend of regression; the team currently has a record of four wins, four draws, and one loss with a goal difference of 13-7. This contrasts sharply with their performance in the 2024-25 season, when they held 25 points after nine matches. Despite these challenges, Paphos FC remains four points behind the current league leaders.