We are preparing for a new round of the playoffs in the Cyprus First Division, with the clash between APOEL Nicosia (5th) ,and the already champions elect, Pafos FC (1st). The match will take place at the GSP Stadium on Monday, May 12, at 16:00 GMT.

Team Statistics

With 52 points, APOEL is out of the race for the top three spots and has no chance of qualifying for European competitions. In their last 5 matches, they have 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, showing offensive solidity with 57 goals in 34 matches.

Their key player is Youssef El-Arabi, the current top scorer of the league with 13 goals. Although they are no longer competing for higher objectives, he will look to leave a good impression in front of their fans and close the season with pride.

Pafos FC comes into this match as the mathematical league champions, having reached 78 points, 7 more than their closest pursuer, Aris, with only 6 points left to play for. Although their position is already secured, they have shown some inconsistency in their last 5 matches, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Their strength lies in attack, with 64 goals scored, driven by a lethal offensive duo: Enzo Cabrera (12 goals, second in the scoring chart) and Anderson Silva (11 goals, fifth).

Head-to-Head and Prediction

So far this year, these teams have faced each other twice. In February, Pafos FC won 0-2, while in April, APOEL won by 0-1. The bookmakers have Pafos as the favorite with odds of @2.17, while an APOEL win is priced at @2.92 and a draw at @3.31. We suggest betting on a Pafos win. Our prediction is ready, now it’s your turn to open a Betspider account.