- AEK Larnaca have won two, Apollon have won one and drawn two of the last five games between these sides in all competitions.
- AEK Larnaca have won once, drawn twice and lost twice in their last five matches.
- Apollon Limassol have won twice, drawn once and lost twice in their last five contests.
Cagey and close contest anticipated on Wednesday
AEK Larnaca and Apollon Limmassol FC play out another close game in the 1. Division - Championship Group 2026 on Wednesday when the two sides that are closest in the standings face off. Second placed AEK Larnaca have 61 points from 32 matches, while third-placed Apollon have 58 points from 31.
The odds on the result are close with AEK Larnaca just 2.05 favorites to beat Apollon, who are 3.49 to take all three points, while the draw is 3.35. Under 2.5 goals seems short at 1.72, which is perhaps understandable given the proximity of the two teams in the table and the tight nature of their recent head-to-head encounters.
Regarding the upcoming battle, our AEK Larnaca vs Apollon Limmassol FC prediction is that not much will separate these sides, especially considering their 1-1 draw in the Championship Group just four weeks ago at Apollon Limmassol’s home ground. It would be a surprise if much separated the sides again on Wednesday.
AEK Larnaca have a slightly better recent record
This AEK Larnaca vs Apollon Limmassol FC preview highlights that AEK Larnaca have the better of the recent meetings between these two clubs, winning two, losing once and drawing two of the five games played. As hosts, AEK Larnaca have won ten, drawn three and lost three in the current league campaign, scoring an average of 1.88 goals per-game and conceding just 0.88.
Apollon Limassol have been solid away from home all season, winning eight, drawing five and losing three of their 16 away matches, but they average only 1.19 goals per match on the road.
Javi Rozada took over as AEK Larnaca’s manager in March 2026 and has done a good job of making the club solid and disciplined, as well as dangerous in transition. Therefore, the AEK Larnaca vs Apollon Limmassol FC prediction should take into account their solid setup: AEK Larnaca are typically set up in a 4-2-3-1 or a compact back five, playing with a patient tempo and relying on quick transitions from a low block.
Apollon are attack minded
Hernan Losada has had much less time in charge of Apollon Limmassol, having taken over in December 2025, but he has quickly installed an aggressive and high-tempo style of play which has seen his players press the opposition high up the field and move the ball vertically with direct passes.
Apollon Limmassol’s preferred set-up is a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 which sees their full backs join the attack in a front-loaded approach. Both teams have been in mixed form of late, although Apollon Limmassol’s last two matches were more difficult - a 2-3 home defeat to Omonia FC Nicosia and a 0-0 draw at APOEL Nicosia in the Cyprus Cup.
For those looking for guidance, the best AEK Larnaca vs Apollon Limmassol FC betting tips focus on recent form: AEK Larnaca’s last match was a 2-0 home win over Aris Limassol, while Apollon Limmassol drew 0-0 away at APOEL Nicosia in the Cyprus Cup. AEK Larnaca’s recent form is 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, Apollon Limmassol’s is 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses.
Two number ten’s can make the difference
The contrast in style between these teams should ensure a tactical chess match on Wednesday where shape and transition play will be key. As part of this AEK Larnaca vs Apollon Limmassol FC prediction, it’s important to consider that AEK Larnaca’s Angel Garcia is the Championship Group’s top scorer with one goal in three games, and can be a threat from deep, while Apollon Limmassol’s danger man is Pedro Marques who has scored two in four in this group - three of his team’s last eight.
Backing AEK Larnaca to win looks the best bet here at 2.05 as they have a slight edge in the recent head-to-heads and have been the better side in the Championship Group.
