AEL defeated Omonia Aradippou in the second match of the play-out phase

On April 4, 2026, AEL faced Omonia Aradippou at the Antonis Papadopoulos stadium during the second round of the league's play-out phase. AEL secured a victory, handing Omonia Aradippou their second consecutive defeat. Omonia Aradippou's coach, Marinos Satsias, stated after the match that the result was harsh on his team, citing errors and missed opportunities in the first half. Satsias emphasized that there is no complacency within the team and reaffirmed his commitment to keeping the club in the division. The coach also noted uncertainty regarding a potential offside call on the first goal conceded. Prior to the match, AEL manager Hugo Martins named his squad, which excluded players Ochoa and Milosavljevic. This match coincided with the 97th anniversary of Omonia Aradippou, marking a disappointing result for the celebratory day.