Apollon defeats APOEL in first leg of Cyprus Cup semifinal
On April 22, 2026, Apollon Limassol defeated APOEL Nicosia 4-2 in the first leg of the Coca-Cola Cup semifinal held at the Alphamega Stadium. Apollon’s goals were scored by Stafylidis (own goal by APOEL), Tomas, Marques, and Asuncao, while APOEL's scorers were Mancini and Olayinka. The match was characterized by intense pressure from Apollon, especially in the first half. Tensions escalated after the final whistle, with APOEL coach Pablo Garcia expressing frustration regarding his team's performance and squad management. Apollon coach Hernan Losada praised his team's energy but warned against complacency for the return leg. The second leg is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at the GSP Stadium, where APOEL will attempt to overturn the deficit. This victory marks Apollon's third consecutive win against APOEL this season, keeping their hopes alive for a first cup final appearance in eight years.