OUR HISTORY

A journey through 98 years of glory, triumphs, and unforgettable moments

1926

Foundation

APOEL Football Club is founded on April 4, 1926, in Nicosia, Cyprus.

1932

First Championship

APOEL wins its first Cypriot Championship, marking the beginning of its dominance.

1947

Golden Era Begins

The club enters a golden era, winning multiple championships in the late 1940s.

1977

European Debut

APOEL makes its European debut in the European Cup against FC Copenhagen.

1982

European Success

The club reaches the quarter-finals of the European Cup, defeating Real Madrid along the way.

1986

Cup Victory

APOEL wins the Cypriot Cup, completing a historic double.

2002

Modern Era

The club enters a new era with the construction of the new GSP Stadium.

2015

Domestic Dominance

APOEL wins the league title, continuing its legacy as Cyprus's most successful club.

2024

19th Championship

APOEL secures its 19th league title, further cementing its legacy.

Legendary Players

DC

Dinos Constantinou

Forward

1970-1985
Caps: 356
Goals: 287
P

Panayiotislias

Defender

1982-1998
Caps: 412
Goals: 12
TL

Takis Lemonis

Midfielder

1995-2005
Caps: 287
Goals: 45
CK

Costas Kaoukis

Forward

2000-2012
Caps: 312
Goals: 156