APOEL faces goalkeeper crisis following injuries to Vid Belec and Andreas Christodoulou

APOEL faces a significant goalkeeper shortage after starter Vid Belec was sidelined for three weeks due to a calf muscle tear revealed by an MRI scan. Following this, Andreas Christodoulou made his first start in approximately two and a half years during the match against Pafos FC on April 26, 2026. However, Christodoulou suffered a muscle injury during the game and was forced to leave the pitch in the 68th to 70th minute. He was replaced by Gabriel Pereira, who is now the primary remaining option for head coach Pablo Garcia. The team is currently preparing for a critical cup semi-final second-leg match against Apollon Limassol. There is uncertainty regarding the return of Belec, who may miss the remainder of the season unless the team advances to the cup final. The squad is under pressure as the coaching staff evaluates options to fill the crucial goalkeeper position.