Cyprus League: Gameweek 7 Roundup

Pafos 4-0 Ethnikos

Pafos continued their charge toward the top of the Cyprus First Division with a convincing win over Ethnikos Achnas, moving clear at the summit with 18 points.

David Luiz opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a trademark header from a corner, while Quina doubled the lead just after half-time. Late goals from Dragomir (85’) and Anderson (89’) sealed the rout and underlined Pafos’s dominance.

From start to finish, Juan Carcedo’s side were in full control. They dictated possession, created waves of chances, and barely allowed Ethnikos a glimpse at goal. The visitors’ only notable threats came midway through the first half, but Pafos goalkeeper Michael handled them comfortably.

Luiz, making his presence felt at both ends, not only commanded the defence but also celebrated his first goal in Pafos colours. Quina and Anderson caused problems all night, while Dragomir’s long-range strike put the result beyond doubt.

Ethnikos, despite some spirited moments from Andereggen and a handful of saves by goalkeeper Toumpas, were simply outclassed.

Apollon Limassol 1-0 Omonoia Aradippou

Apollon Limassol edged out Omonoia Aradippou 1–0 at the Alphamega Stadium thanks to a late penalty from Marques in the 80th minute.

Sofronis Avgousti’s side struggled to find rhythm and were far from convincing, despite hitting the crossbar through Rodrigues in the first half. Omonoia Aradippou, led by Satsias, impressed with their organisation and pace on the counter but couldn’t capitalise.

In the end, Marques’ cool finish from the spot proved decisive, giving Apollon a vital but hard-earned win.

Paralimni 0-2 AEK

AEK Larnaca secured a routine 2–0 away win over Enosis Neon Paralimni, with a penalty from Hrvoje Milicevic and a second-half strike by Djordje Ivanović.

Carlos Fangueiro’s debut in the Paralimni dugout didn’t go to plan, as AEK took control early and managed the game professionally. Imanol Idiakez’s side weren’t dazzling but were efficient – bouncing back from their loss to Pafos and climbing to 13 points.

Attention now shifts to their upcoming Conference League tie against FA Cup holders Crystal Palace, while ENP remain bottom with just one point from seven games.

Anorthosis 2-2 Akritas

Anorthosis once again fell short of victory, drawing 2–2 with Akritas Chlorakas. The Famagusta club remain second from bottom with just three points – all from draws – as their winless run continues.

The hosts took the lead in the 21st minute through Furtado, but Akritas responded before half-time with a well-placed finish from Romo to make it 1–1. Anorthosis appeared to have sealed the win late on when Aboagye put them back in front in the 83rd minute, only for Zabelin to strike in the 88th and snatch a dramatic equaliser for the visitors.

It was another frustrating evening for Anorthosis, who once again paid the price for defensive lapses and missed opportunities. Meanwhile, Akritas earned a crucial point in their fight for survival.

Krasava 1-2 Omonoia

Omonoia showed real grit to overturn an early setback and take all three points.

Despite falling behind in the 7th minute to a free header from Lipski, the Greens responded in the second half. Mmaee equalised in the 75th minute after breaking through the defence, and Chatzigiovanis completed the turnaround in the 90th with a composed finish from Mmaee’s assist.

Krasava impressed for large spells but lost focus in the final 20 minutes, allowing Omonoia to dominate and take control. Berg’s second-half substitutions proved decisive – particularly Mmaee and Chatzigiovanis – turning what looked like dropped points into a vital win that keeps Omonoia on 16 points.

APOEL 2–2 Olympiakos Nicosia

A match that had “disaster” written all over it ended in late drama at the GSP.

Olympiakos stunned APOEL by racing into a 2–0 lead – Pikis scored in the 7th minute after a defensive blunder, and Tavares doubled the advantage on 18 minutes. APOEL dominated possession but were blunt and predictable, creating little more than half-chances.

Then came the twist. In the 89th minute, Brazilian midfielder Meurer pulled one back, and just three minutes later, Pieros Sotiriou headed home from a Diamantakos cross to rescue a point in stoppage time.

Olympiakos were disciplined, organised, and clinical but ran out of steam at the end. The draw leaves APOEL level on 16 points with Omonia and Aris, while Olympiakos sit 11th on six points.

Aris Limassol 4–0 AEL Limassol

A one-sided Limassol derby that confirmed Aris’s title credentials and AEL’s crisis.

After a goalless first half, Aris exploded after the break – Nikolic scored twice (48’, 84’), Mayambela added one (58’), and Montnor struck a thunderbolt (61’).

AEL’s defence looked lost throughout, with Ochoa the only reason the scoreline didn’t turn truly embarrassing. Aris completely dominated, slicing through AEL’s backline with ease and racking up 16 points — joining Omonoia in second place, two behind leaders Pafos.