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APOEL-Omonia, Liverpool-Arsenal, Roma-Napoli, Nea Salamina-Anorthosis, and not only...
A few hours before the grand celebration of Christmas, we have a full schedule of matches this weekend. In most leagues, a short break will follow, and we will return to matches in 2024.
Starting with our own league, 16th round of the Cypriot Championship (the last for 2023) concludes with three crucial games. The highlight is, of course, the derby between APOEL and Omonia. Both teams are vying for the championship this season, and the importance of the match is evident. In the second game of the evening, we have the Varosian derby between Nea Salamis and Anorthosis. In the third game, AEL hosts Pafos.
There is also a super derby in the Premier League between Liverpool and Arsenal. The West Ham vs. Manchester United match is also of interest...
In the Championship, Roma welcomes Napoli, with both teams aiming for a spot in the top four of the standings.
Below, you will find a detailed overview of all the match action:
The two teams have a difference in quality, but currently, the hosts come from two consecutive wins that have brought renewed calm. On the other hand, Pafos, targeting the championship this season, suffered two consecutive defeats against Karmiotissa and APOEL. If they want to harbor hopes for the title, they need to show character and return to victories; otherwise, their task will become more challenging. The hosts have moved away from the danger zone, which will help them play more freely in the future. They are still looking for their first win against a major opponent and hope they can achieve it against Pafos.
A super eternal derby featuring two teams in excellent form. The hosts are leading the standings, followed by Omonia with three fewer points. The two Nicosia teams are competing for the championship, and a very significant game is expected. Certainly, the GSP Stadium will be crowded, mostly with APOEL fans.
NEA SALAMINA-ANORTHOSIS (19:00)
Both refugee teams are in very good form, performing well in the championship and within their goals. The hosts show the capability to enter even the top six, and the guests are in contention for the title. It is a very interesting game between two well-coached and well-built teams.
WEST HAM-MANCHESTER UNITED (14:30)
The two teams are fighting for a place in the top five of the Premier League, and their game against each other is crucial. Let's not forget that the hosts are just one point behind Erik ten Hag's team.
A super top-tier derby in the Premier League. Only one point separates the two teams. The visitors are the leaders, followed by the hosts in a tie with Aston Villa. Both play excellent football, and it is a given that they will compete for the title until the end.
Although the two teams started with the goal of challenging for the Championship (especially the reigning champions), they have fallen quite behind and now both aim for a spot in the top four. The two opponents tonight do not have significant differences between them, as indicated by the standings (the visitors have two more points than Roma).