This draw was crucial for APOEL, which yesterday (September 19) tied 2-2 with Apollon in the fourth matchday of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan.
The “blue-and-yellows” managed to come away with a point from a venue where they traditionally struggle. In fact, against this particular opponent, they have yet to secure a victory at the “Alphamega Stadium.”
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The Nicosia team put in a fairly solid performance and could even have pushed for a win if Laifis (42') hadn’t accidentally sent the ball into Belets’ net. But in the end, they held their ground and are looking ahead with optimism.
Most importantly, APOEL managed to survive an extremely demanding start with four consecutive derbies, while still in the process of… finding its footing. The many absences and delayed signings didn’t allow Nikos Papadopoulos to work properly, and the three upcoming weeks without matches provide an opportunity for the final “finishing touches.”
The 54-year-old coach believes in his entire squad and is counting on the break, expressing during the post-game press conference his confidence that the “blue-and-yellows” will return stronger. “What I’m sure will happen is that the team will be much, much better after the break,” he emphasized.
