AEL Limassol prepares for crucial Coca-Cola Cup semifinal against Paphos FC
AEL Limassol is preparing for the second leg of the Coca-Cola Cup semifinal against Paphos FC, scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 17:00 at the Stelios Kyriakides stadium. The Limassol team enters the match facing a 2-1 deficit from the first leg at the Alphamega Stadium. Coach Hugo Martins remains optimistic about his team's chances, despite a challenging historical record against Paphos, which includes ten consecutive losses across all venues. The team will be missing defender Luka Bogdan due to suspension, forcing the coaching staff to reconsider their defensive formation, possibly shifting from a three-man to a four-man backline. Approximately 800 fans are expected to travel to support AEL in their bid to secure a spot in the final. Both the coaching staff and players emphasize the need for tactical discipline and defensive efficiency to achieve the necessary turnaround. This match is considered pivotal for AEL's season, as it represents their final opportunity to contest for a title and a European qualification spot.