Aris defeats Apollon ending long undefeated streak
On April 18, 2026, Aris secured a 3-0 victory against Apollon, effectively ending a 17-match unbeaten streak under manager Hernan Losada. Aris dominated the first half with goals from Efagge and Montnor. Following the loss, Losada admitted that his squad lacked the necessary 100% intensity and focus, dismissing claims that the team was distracted by the upcoming cup semi-final. Apollon fans have expressed continued support for the team ahead of their crucial match against APOEL on Wednesday. Simultaneously, APOEL suffered a 2-0 defeat to Omonia on the same day, impacting team morale as they prepare for the semi-final. Apollon manager Losada confirmed that squad rotations were primarily due to player fitness rather than tactical preparation for the next round. The match between Aris and Apollon marks the first defeat for Losada since he took charge four months ago.