Akritas Chloraka defeats Ethnikos Achnas 1-0 in Cyprus league playoff match
On May 1, 2026, Akritas Chloraka secured a 1-0 victory against Ethnikos Achnas at the Stelios Kyriakides Stadium during the 31st round of the Cypriot First Division playoffs. The match's only goal was scored by Hatzivasilis in the 5th minute via a penalty kick awarded after a foul on Manou by Ofori. During the game, Ethnikos player Giousis was sent off. This result marks Akritas's third consecutive win under the leadership of coach Giannis Okkas, moving them to 35 points and keeping them clear of the relegation zone. Conversely, Ethnikos Achnas remains in the penultimate position with 30 points, complicating their chances of remaining in the top flight. Both teams had previously identified the match as a crucial survival final. The referee for the match was Pavle Ilic.