AEK Larnaca defeats Aris 2-0 in league playoffs

On April 25, 2026, AEK Larnaca secured a 2-0 victory against Aris at the AEK Arena during the 31st matchday of the Cyprus Championship playoffs. Defender Milicevic opened the scoring in the 34th minute, and Garcia added a second goal in the 70th minute. With this result, AEK reached 61 points, sitting three points ahead of third-placed Apollon and seven points ahead of fourth-placed Paphos, strengthening their position for European competition qualification. The match was officiated by Arnes Talic. AEK's lineup included Alomerovic, Garcia, Roberge, Ekpolo, Kyriakou, Milicevic, Ledes, Roden, Ivanovic, Bajic, and Mudrazija. Aris, managed by Liasos Louca, fielded Vana Alves, Goldson, Correia, Sane, Yago, Kastanos, McCausland, Pazo, Montnor, Hampos, and Efage. This victory effectively delayed Omonia's mathematical crowning as league champions.