Ethnikos Achna secures 3-2 victory over APOEL following tactical adjustments

Ethnikos Achna defeated APOEL with a 3-2 scoreline during the 22nd matchday of the Cypriot championship. This result marks the third consecutive victory for the team under coach Rui Ferreira, following a previous streak of eleven defeats. Ferreira highlighted that the win was achieved despite limited squad options due to injuries and suspensions, forcing players like Enzo Andereggen to play in unfamiliar positions as a winger. Key players Pablo Gonzalez and Luis Felipe were unavailable for the match due to yellow card accumulation and injuries. Emmanuel Lomotey returned to the starting lineup for the first time since early January to strengthen the defense after recovering from injury. The coach noted that the team controlled the first half but focused on defensive resilience in the second half as APOEL increased pressure. Before this recent run, Ethnikos sat in the penultimate position of the league table with 20 points. The victory follows previous wins against Paphos FC and Enosis Neon Paralimniou. Ferreira credited the turnaround to a shift in team mentality and unity within the squad.