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2017–18 Cypriot Cup
The 2017–18 Cypriot Cup was the 76th edition of the Cypriot Cup. A total of 22 clubs were accepted to enter the competition. It began on 29 November 2019 with the first round and concluded on 16 May 2018 with the final held at GSP Stadium. The winner of the Cup was AEK Larnaca for second time and qualified for the 2018–19 Europa League second qualifying round. First round The first round draw took place on 6 November 2017 and the matches were played on 29 November and 6,13 December 2017. Second round The second round draw took place on 21 December 2017. The following ten teams advanced directly to second round and will meet the six winners of the first round ties: *Apollon Limassol ( 2016–17 Cypriot Cup winner) * APOEL ( 2016–17 Cypriot Cup runners-up) *Doxa Katokopias (2016–17 Cypriot First Division Fair Play winner) * Omonia (via draw) * Aris Limassol (via draw) * Nea Salamina (via draw) * AEK Larnaca (via draw) * Ermis Aradippou (via draw) * Karmiotissa (v ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cypriot Cup
The Cypriot Cup () is the main cup competition in Cypriot football, run by the Cyprus Football Association (CFA). It began in 1934, the same season with the Cypriot Championship. It is the second most important competition for Cypriot club teams after Cypriot Championship. Only the Cypriot First Division and the second division teams are participating in the competition. The sponsor of the competition since 1962 is Coca-Cola and thus officially known as Cyprus Coca-Cola Cup. History The Cypriot Cup started in the 1934–35 season, when the Cyprus Football Association was founded. The 1934–35 Cypriot Cup was the first competition held by CFA, since it took part before the 1934–35 Cypriot First Division. The Cyprus Cup is held every season since 1934 expect: #The period 1941–1944 the championship was not held due to World War II. Many Cypriots were volunteer enlisted in the Greek and English army, and also formed a Cypriot constitution. Most teams have undertaken nationa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Podosfairikos Omilos Xylotymbou 2006
POX FC ( el, Ποδοσφαιρικός Όμιλος Ξυλοτύμβου) is a Cypriot football club based in the village of Xylotymbou. The club was formed in 2006 after a merger of two Xylotymbou clubs, Kimonas Xylotympou and Omonia Xylotymbou. The club won their first professional title in 2017, by winning the Cypriot Third Division. Players First team squad ''For recent transfers, see List of Cypriot football transfers summer 2021'' League history Honours * Cypriot Third Division ** Winners (1): 2016–17 * Cypriot Cup for lower divisions The Cypriot Cup for lower divisions is a domestic cup for the teams who participate in the Cypriot Third Division and in the STOK Elite Division (ex Fourth Division). Format It was created in the 2008–09 season by Cyprus Football Associatio ...: ** Winners (1): 2016–17 ''(shared)'' References Football clubs in Cyprus Association football clubs established in 2006 2006 establishments in Cyp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Larnaca
Larnaca ( el, Λάρνακα ; tr, Larnaka) is a city on the south east coast of Cyprus and the capital of the district of the same name. It is the third-largest city in the country, after Nicosia and Limassol, with a metro population of 144,200 in 2015. Larnaca is known for its palm-tree seafront also called Finikoudes (Greek: Φινικούδες) as well as the Church of Saint Lazarus, Hala Sultan Tekke, Kamares Aqueduct, and Larnaca Castle. It is built on the ruins of ancient Citium, which was the birthplace of Stoic philosopher Zeno. Larnaca is home to the country's primary airport, Larnaca International Airport. It also has a seaport and a marina. Names The name ''Larnaca'' originates from the Ancient Greek noun 'coffer, box; chest, e.g. for household stores; cinerary urn, sarcophagus, coffin; drinking trough, chalice'. An informal etymology attributes the origin of the name to the many ''larnakes'' (sarcophagi) that have been found in the area. Sophocles Hadjisavv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
GSZ Stadium
GSZ Stadium or Gymnastic Club Zenon Stadium (; Γ.Σ.Ζ., ) is a multi-purpose stadium in Larnaca, Cyprus. Usually it is referred to as the 'neo GSZ Stadium' to distinguish it from the old GSZ Stadium, which it replaced. It is currently used mostly for football matches and was the home ground of AEK Larnaca FC until 2016. The stadium holds 13,032 people. Its owner is the Gymnastic Club Zeno which took its name from the native philosopher of Larnaca Zeno of Citium. Before the merge of Pezoporikos and EPA Larnaca into the new football club AEK Larnaca FC, it was also the home of those two clubs. In 2006 it hosted the Cypriot Cup final between APOEL and AEK Larnaca FC, where APOEL won 3–2. However the greatest event that was hosted in the Larnaca Stadium was the final for the 1998 UEFA European Under-18 Football Championship between Republic of Ireland and Germany where they tied 1-1. The Republic of Ireland beat Germany 4–3 on penalties and won the trophy. During the same day, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andreas Avraam
Andreas Avraam ( el, Ανδρέας Αβραάμ; born 6 June 1987) is a Cypriot professional footballer who plays as a left back. Career He is also a member of the Cyprus national team and has captained the Cyprus U-19. He grew as a player in the Omonia Aradippou in Second Division of Cyprus academies. Apollon Limassol scouter's found this talent signed him for a fee of 55.000 euros. AC Omonia paid Apollon Limassol 850.000 euros to bring the player to their team. He is a very gifted left winger with good crossing and scoring capabilities. His excellent appearances have sparked interests in both domestic and foreign clubs, particularly in Greece. Honours AEL Limassol *Cypriot Cup: 2019 Apollon Limassol *Cypriot Cup: 2010 Omonia *Cypriot Cup: 2011, 2012 *Cyprus FA Shield The Cypriot Super Cup is a Cypriot football trophy, contested in an annual match between the previous season's Cypriot First Division champions, and the Cypriot Cup winners. The match is contested at the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Omar Rowe
Omar Reiss Rowe (born 30 October 1994) is an English footballer who plays as a winger for Hayes & Yeading United. Club career Rowe was born in Hackney, London, and spent the first part of his youth development at West Ham United, but moved to Southampton at under-16 level. Along with goalkeeper Will Britt, he signed his professional deal with Southampton on 1 July 2013. He made his debut for the club in the Second Round of the League Cup against Barnsley on 27 August 2013, replacing Lloyd Isgrove in the 72nd minute of a 5–1 away win. At the start of the 2015–16 season, he joined Essex Senior League club Tower Hamlets on a part-time basis. On 15 October 2015, Rowe joined National League South club Bishop's Stortford. His contract with Bishop's Stortford was terminated in January 2016. In February 2016, Rowe appeared for Woodford Town, making two league appearances, scoring twice against Wodson Park and Southall. In 2016, Rowe arrived in Cyprus, joining APOEL and be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Halifa Soulé
Mohamed Halifa Soulé (born 12 November 1990) is a Comorian international footballer who plays for Ayia Napa FC, as an attacking midfielder. Career Soulé has played club football for L'Entente SSG, Albi, Béziers and OFI Crete. On 30 December 2016, Soulé signed a 6-month contract with Superleague Greece club Veria. He made his international debut for Comoros The Comoros,, ' officially the Union of the Comoros,; ar, الاتحاد القمري ' is an independent country made up of three islands in southeastern Africa, located at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel in the Indian Ocean. It ... in 2011. References 1990 births Living people French sportspeople of Comorian descent French men's footballers Comorian men's footballers Comoros men's international footballers Entente SSG players US Albi players AS Béziers (2007) players OFI Crete F.C. players Veria F.C. players Men's association football midfielders French expatriate men's footballers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AEL Limassol
Athlitiki Enosi Lemesou ( el, Αθλητική Ένωση Λεμεσού, translation=Athletic Union of Limassol) commonly known as AEL, is a Cypriot sports club based in the city of Limassol, most famous for its football team. AEL also maintains a men's and women's basketball teams, a women's volleyball team and a (newly established in 1976) Futsal team, a women's handball team as well as a cricket team. AEL is one of the most successful clubs on the island and the most successful in Limassol with 17 official football trophies consisting of 6 first division championships, 7 cups and 4 super cups. History The club was founded on 4 October 1930, with Stavros Pittas serving as the club's first president. The football section of the club competed in its first game on 6 January 1931 against PSC, winning 6–1 in Limassol. The club won the national championship in 1934 though this is not credited as it is an unofficial title. Later that year, AEL became one of the eight founding membe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ayia Napa FC
Athlitikos Omilos Ayia Napa ( el, Αθλητικός Όμιλος Αγία Νάπα, Athletic Club Ayia Napa) is a Cypriot football club from the town of Ayia Napa. The club was founded in 1990 after the merger of two clubs: APEAN (''Athlitiki Podosfairiki Enosis Ayias Napas''; "Athletic Football Union of Ayia Napa") and ENAN (''Enosis Neon Ayias Napas''; "Youth Union Ayia Napa"). History The club started in the Third Division (199091). They were promoted to Second Division in season 200001 after finishing 2nd in Third division. The team once played against Omonia Nicosia in Cup tournament. It lost 4–0 in the first match but came 2–2 in the second match. Promotion to First Division The biggest achievement of AO Ayia Napa's history was in the 200506 season after the team finished 3rd in Cypriot Second Division and was promoted to the Cypriot First Division. Despite it being their maiden appearance in the First Division, Ayia Napa proved a formidable force for other First Div ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Achna
Achna ( el, Άχνα; tr, Düzce) is an abandoned village in the Famagusta District of Cyprus. It is just north of the Buffer Zone and it is under the ''de facto'' control of Northern Cyprus. After the 1974 Turkish invasion, its displaced inhabitants built a new village nearby. Achna is known for its football club, Ethnikos Achna FC Ethnikos Achna Football Club ( el, Αθλητικός Σύλλογος Εθνικός Άχνας), commonly known as Ethnikos Achna, or simply Ethnikos, is a Cypriot football club based in the village of Achna. Founded in 1968, the club current .... Ethnikos Achna won the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2006. New village The inhabitants of Achna built a provisional tent village in the Achna forest (''Dasaki tis Achnas''), some hundred meters (yards) away from their old village, and later started to build a new village, Dasaki Achnas, near the old location, within the confines of the Dhekelia Sovereign Base Area. Dasaki Achnas' population in 2011 wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dasaki Stadium
Dasaki Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Dasaki Achnas, Akrotiri and Dhekelia, Cyprus. It is used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Ethnikos Achna FC Ethnikos Achna Football Club ( el, Αθλητικός Σύλλογος Εθνικός Άχνας), commonly known as Ethnikos Achna, or simply Ethnikos, is a Cypriot football club based in the village of Achna. Founded in 1968, the club currentl .... The stadium holds 5,422 people and was built in 1976. Football venues in Cyprus Multi-purpose stadiums in Cyprus Buildings and structures in Gazimağusa District Geography of Akrotiri and Dhekelia {{Cyprus-sports-venue-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sekou Cissé
Sekou Cissé (born 23 May 1985) is an Ivorian professional Association football, footballer who plays as a Forward (association football)#Striker, striker. He most recently played for Anorthosis Famagusta FC, Anorthosis Famagusta in the Cypriot First Division. Club career Cissé began his career in his home country, but moved to the Netherlands in February 2004 under the advice of fellow Ivory Coast national football team, international Arouna Koné, who was playing for Roda at the time. Following the departure of Koné to PSV Eindhoven, Eindhoven in 2005, Cissé had a larger role in the Roda team and was noted for his speed. In 2006, it was reported that Louis van Gaal, coach of fellow Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar, was interested in signing him, as part of an exchange deal with Adil Ramzi. Roda, however, refused to negotiate, stating that they wanted to keep him in their team. In the season 2008–09, Cissé started to become a very influential part of the Roda JC-team. His perf ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
