Omonia secures 3-0 victory against APOEL in Cyprus League playoff

On May 16, 2026, the Cypriot champions, Omonia, defeated APOEL 3-0 in a match during the ninth round of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan playoffs at the GSP Stadium. Ioannis Kousoulos scored two goals in the 9th and 16th minutes, and Evandro added the third goal in the 71st minute following an assist by Mase. The match was notable for the debut of 18-year-old APOEL goalkeeper Savvas Michos, who performed well despite the team's defeat. APOEL faced significant personnel shortages due to injuries, leading to multiple changes in their starting lineup. Following this result, Omonia reached 84 points in the league standings, while APOEL remains with 52 points. The match was characterized as competitively irrelevant for both teams, as APOEL has failed to secure a European qualification spot for the upcoming season. Omonia is scheduled to conclude the season against Apollon, while APOEL will face Pafos FC on Friday.