AEK Larnaca to host Paphos FC while bidding farewell to two veteran players

AEK Larnaca is set to play its final home match of the season against Paphos FC on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the AEK Arena. The game, which takes place during the penultimate round of the Cyprus League playoffs, carries no significant competitive weight as AEK has already secured a spot in European qualifiers. Ahead of the match, the club announced that Angel Garcia and Valentin Roberge will not have their contracts renewed and will depart the team. The club intends to honor both players for their contributions after the conclusion of the match. Angel Garcia concludes a five-year tenure with 151 appearances and 10 goals, while Valentin Roberge, who joined in 2023, recorded 103 appearances. AEK enters the game with significant roster absences including Roden, Hairo, Garcia, Gurfinkel, Rubio, Amin, Saborit, Cabrera, and Chacon, alongside the suspended Ivanovic. Ekpolo and Roberge are expected to return to the squad for this fixture.