APOEL Nicosia and AEK Larnaca meet today at 4:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the 1st Division – Championship. AEK Larnaca hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

APOEL Nicosia come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). AEK Larnaca, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 2D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. APOEL Nicosia head into this on the back of a defeat, while AEK Larnaca arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, APOEL Nicosia face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. AEK Larnaca have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in APOEL Nicosia won 0–1.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, AEK Larnaca arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for APOEL Nicosia. AEK Larnaca to win.