APEA Coach on Cup Defeat to APOEL and Lack of Offers

The coach of APEA Akrotiriou, Steve Constantinides, stated that his team gave their best in the match against APOEL, despite losing 1-0 in the Cup, with a goal from a penalty. He expressed the view that the team has improved significantly in the last month and emphasized the challenge of playing against APOEL. He mentioned that they hit the post in the final moments of the game and that their goalkeeper had an excellent performance. When asked why he hadn't received offers from bigger clubs, Constantinides responded diplomatically, implying that his honest opinion might not be well-received. This answer sparked comments, as it was seen as hinting at potential injustices or problems in the selection of coaches. Constantinides stressed that his team was not intimidated by APOEL and played with courage and composure, despite the difference in strength. He expressed his satisfaction with the effort of his players and their dedication to the match. The APEA Akrotiriou team is now focused on their next match against Salamina, where they will seek to continue their improved performance and fight for victory.