Cyprus football update: League referees and Apollon cup final preparations
The Cyprus Football Association has announced the referees for the final matches of the second phase of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan, scheduled for May 15, 2026. The matches include Olympiakos Nicosia versus Anorthosis Famagusta, Akritas Chlorakas against AEL Limassol, and Ethnikos Achnas versus Omonia Aradippou. Meanwhile, Apollon Limassol has secured a spot in UEFA competitions for the 2026-2027 season following a 2-0 victory over APOEL, with Hernán Losada credited for the team's turnaround. Apollon is also preparing for the Cyprus Cup final against Pafos FC, to be held at the GSP Stadium on May 29, 2026. Ticket demand is high among fans. Off the pitch, Apollon is negotiating contract renewals with players like Pedro Marques and has reached agreements with Filip Kuhn and Gaetan Weissbeck. The club expects a significant financial boost from its return to European football, with matches to be hosted at the Alphamega Stadium for the first time since 2010.