# Greek Cup matches at AEL FC Arena

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-cup-matches-at-ael-fc-arena
> Updated: 2026-09-01T10:18:07.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 2.

The AEL FC Arena in Larissa has become a central venue for Greek Cup matches following logistical challenges at other stadiums. Initially, the arena was selected to host a match between AO Trikala and AEL FC after Trikala’s municipal stadium failed to secure an operating license. In that instance, AEL owner Zisis Stylianos reportedly covered the costs to secure the venue, allowing Trikala to act as the home team and retain gate receipts.

As the Greek Cup League Phase progressed, the AEL FC Arena was scheduled to host a fixture between Olympiacos and AEL. This match involved several administrative and security developments, including a request by Olympiacos to use VAR technology, for which the club agreed to cover the costs. Additionally, following public reaction from Olympiacos Vice President Kostas Karapapas, the KED replaced a second assistant referee. To maintain public order, authorities implemented a ban on the organized movement of Olympiacos fans to Larissa and restricted ticket availability for their supporters.

In the opening round of the League Phase, Olympiacos secured a 4-0 victory over AEL at the AEL FC Arena. The goals were scored by Armando Gonzalez, Gustavo Sá, Bruno Onyemema, and Roque. The match highlighted the impact of Olympiacos’ new signings, including Gonzalez, who scored his first goal for the club and contributed both a goal and an assist during his first start.

## Claims

- The match between Marko and Kifisia ended in a 2-2 draw. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Seba scored for Kifisia in the 15th minute. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Theodoridis scored for Marko in the 19th minute. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Ligdas scored for Kifisia in the 52nd minute to make it 1-2. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- El Arabi missed a penalty for Marko in the 68th minute. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Alexopoulos scored an equalizer for Marko in the 94th minute. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Greek Cup League Phase begins with Olympiacos and AEK victories

The Greek Cup League Phase began with Olympiacos winning 4-0 against AEL and AEK defeating Nestos 2-0. PAOK and OFI drew 0-0 in heavy rain, while Marko and Kifisia played to a 2-2 stalemate.

33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympiacos-faces-ael-in-greek-cup-amid-var-request-and-fan-ban

### 2026-08-07: AEL FC Arena to host AO Trikala vs. AEL Cup match

The Greek Cup match between AO Trikala and AEL FC will take place at the AEL FC Arena in Larissa because Trikala's stadium lacks an operating license.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ael-fc-arena-to-host-ao-trikala-vs-ael-cup-match

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Cite as: Greek Cup matches at AEL FC Arena. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/greek-cup-matches-at-ael-fc-arena