Anorthosis

Last updated : 17/05/2024 08:58:23

Introduction

Anorthosis are a Grassroots football team made up of 1 team members.

The team is from Cyprus and play in the Cyprus League.

Anorthosis started using TeamStats in July 2015.

Team Details

Anorthosis Famagusta FC

Anorthosis Famagusta FC is a Cypriot football club based in Larnaca. Founded in 1911, they are one of the most successful clubs in Cypriot football, having won 13 First Division titles, 10 Cypriot Cups and seven Super Cups.

History

Anorthosis was founded in Famagusta in 1911. The club was originally based at the GSP Stadium in Nicosia, but after the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974, they were forced to relocate to Larnaca.

Anorthosis won their first First Division title in 1950. They have since won the league a further 12 times, most recently in 2022. They have also won the Cypriot Cup 10 times, most recently in 2021.

Anorthosis have also competed in European competition on a number of occasions. They reached the UEFA Champions League group stage in 1996-97 and 2008-09.

Current squad

Current squad

Manager

The current manager of Anorthosis is Ronny Levy. He was appointed in 2022.

Stadium

Anorthosis play their home games at the Antonis Papadopoulos Stadium in Larnaca. The stadium has a capacity of 9,782.

Cyprus League

The Cyprus League is the top tier football league competition in Cyprus. It is run by the Cyprus Football Association.

The Cyprus League is currently in its 82nd season. The current champions are Omonia Nicosia.

The Cyprus League is a 12-team league. The top two teams at the end of the season qualify for the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. The third and fourth placed teams qualify for the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers.

The bottom two teams are relegated to the Cypriot Second Division.

The Cyprus League is one of the strongest leagues in the region. It has produced a number of players who have gone on to play at the highest level, including Michalis Konstantinou, Constantinos Charalambides and Marios Elia.

The Cyprus League is a popular competition with fans. The average attendance for the 2021-22 season was 2,137.

The Cyprus League is a well-organized and competitive league. It is a good place to watch football and to see some of the best players in the region.

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