AEK Larnaca wins 2-0 against Ethnikos Achnas in regular season finale

On March 16, 2026, AEK Larnaca defeated Ethnikos Achnas 2-0 in the final match of the regular season at Dasaki Stadium. The goals were scored by Ivanovic in the 70th minute and Milicevic via a penalty in the 80th minute. The game saw Ethnikos Achnas reduced to ten men after Andereggen was sent off with a second yellow card in the 45th minute for sarcastically applauding the referee, Marios Christoforou. AEK hit the post three times during the match, with Ivanovic, Cabrera, and Ledes coming close. The victory moved AEK to second place in the standings with 53 points, securing a strong position for the upcoming playoffs. AEK manager Xavi Roca implemented a rotation strategy for this match, resting several key players ahead of the Conference League fixture against Crystal Palace. This match marked the debut of Vesko Mihajlovic as the manager of Ethnikos Achnas.