Cyprus First Division predictions offer sharp bettors a goldmine of opportunity—a compact league where local rivalries run deep and underdogs regularly upset the odds. Betzoid brings you comprehensive Cyprus First Division betting tips, match odds, and insights covering everything from outright winners to over/under and both teams to score markets.
Below you'll find upcoming fixtures with the latest odds, current standings, and detailed analysis to inform your wagers. Review the match table, then dive into our breakdowns.
How the Cyprus First Division Works
The Cyprus First Division features 14 teams competing across a 36-match regular season. Each club plays home and away fixtures against all opponents, creating 26 league rounds before the competition splits. After this initial phase, the league divides into championship and relegation groups for additional playoff matches.
Cypriot football runs from late August through May, aligning with most European calendars. The champion qualifies directly for UEFA Champions League preliminary rounds, while second and third place enter Europa Conference League qualifying. Bottom finishers face relegation to the Second Division—typically two clubs per season.
Historically, power concentrates among three or four Nicosia-based clubs. APOEL, Omonia, Anorthosis Famagusta, and AEL Limassol have dominated title races over decades. This creates predictable patterns for betting odds—heavy favorites emerge early, and mid-table battles remain tightly contested throughout campaigns. The playoff format adds late-season drama, keeping both title and survival races relevant deep into spring. Bettors using mobile betting apps can follow these shifts in real time.
Cyprus First Division Table
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AEK Larnaca | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9/4 | 9 |
| 2 | AEL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6/7 | 9 |
| 3 | Omonia Nicosia | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8/2 | 8 |
| 4 | Pafos | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4/2 | 7 |
| 5 | Apollon Limassol | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7/5 | 6 |
| 6 | Omonia Aradippou | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4/3 | 6 |
| 7 | Omonia 29is Maiou | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9/7 | 5 |
| 8 | Aris | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4/6 | 5 |
| 9 | Apoel Nicosia | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10/7 | 4 |
| 10 | Olympiakos | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7/7 | 4 |
| 11 | Nea Salamis | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8/9 | 4 |
| 12 | Karmiotissa | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3/6 | 3 |
| 13 | Anorthosis | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3/9 | 3 |
| 14 | Krasava Ypsonas | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2/10 | 0 |
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AEK Larnaca | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3/2 | 9 |
| 2 | AEL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4/1 | 9 |
| 3 | Omonia Nicosia | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4/1 | 8 |
| 4 | Pafos | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0/2 | 7 |
| 5 | Apollon Limassol | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5/3 | 6 |
| 6 | Omonia Aradippou | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3/2 | 6 |
| 7 | Omonia 29is Maiou | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3/4 | 5 |
| 8 | Aris | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3/6 | 5 |
| 9 | Apoel Nicosia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6/0 | 4 |
| 10 | Olympiakos | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6/6 | 4 |
| 11 | Nea Salamis | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4/4 | 4 |
| 12 | Karmiotissa | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1/4 | 3 |
| 13 | Anorthosis | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2/1 | 3 |
| 14 | Krasava Ypsonas | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0/4 | 0 |
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AEK Larnaca | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6/2 | 9 |
| 2 | AEL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2/6 | 9 |
| 3 | Omonia Nicosia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4/1 | 8 |
| 4 | Pafos | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4/0 | 7 |
| 5 | Apollon Limassol | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2/2 | 6 |
| 6 | Omonia Aradippou | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1/1 | 6 |
| 7 | Omonia 29is Maiou | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6/3 | 5 |
| 8 | Aris | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1/0 | 5 |
| 9 | Apoel Nicosia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4/7 | 4 |
| 10 | Olympiakos | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1/1 | 4 |
| 11 | Nea Salamis | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4/5 | 4 |
| 12 | Karmiotissa | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2/2 | 3 |
| 13 | Anorthosis | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1/8 | 3 |
| 14 | Krasava Ypsonas | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2/6 | 0 |
Goals, Cards, and Cypriot Football Trends
Match predictions require understanding the league's scoring culture. Historical averages sit around 2.3–2.6 goals per game—modest by European standards but consistent across seasons. Matches involving top clubs tend to exceed this, often pushing past 3.0 goals when they face weaker opposition at home.
Home advantage plays a significant role in Cypriot football. Win rates for home sides historically hover between 45–50%, stronger than many comparable leagues. Away wins occur in roughly 25–28% of fixtures, making draw outcomes more common than casual bettors expect. Betzoid tracks these patterns across multiple seasons, revealing that visiting teams struggle particularly in Nicosia derbies.
Card counts run moderate to high. Expect 4–5 yellow cards per match on average, sometimes spiking during rivalry fixtures or relegation battles. Referees tend to let physical play continue longer than in top-five leagues, but accumulation toward game-end often inflates totals. For over/under tips on cards, the 4.5 line frequently provides value. Similar card patterns appear in Brazilian Serie A betting, where physical play also drives totals.
Best Markets for Betting on Cyprus First Division
Finding value requires targeting markets that suit Cypriot football's specific characteristics. Our analysis identifies several approaches that historically outperform random selection.
- Match Result (1X2): Backing home favorites under 1.50 odds rarely offers value, but home underdogs against mid-table visitors frequently deliver. Draw prices often exceed fair probability given league patterns.
- Over/Under Goals: Under 2.5 goals hits in approximately 45–50% of matches league-wide. Target unders during early season weeks and playoff relegation rounds when defensive setups dominate.
- Both Teams to Score: BTTS predictions work best in mid-table clashes. Top-versus-bottom fixtures often produce clean sheets for the favorite, reducing BTTS success rates.
- Asian Handicap: When elite clubs host relegation candidates, -1.5 or -2.0 handicaps can offer better returns than inflated moneyline prices. Dominant home performances occur regularly.
- Corners: Historically averaging 9–10 corners per match, this market suits those who understand attacking styles. Top teams often push totals higher at home.
Combining two or three low-risk selections into modest accumulators works better here than in higher-profile leagues. Bookmaker attention remains limited, leaving pricing inefficiencies. Sites like Grosvenor Sport offer competitive odds on smaller European leagues.
Cyprus First Division Players stats
| № | Player | Club | Goals | Penalties | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | João Correia | n/a | 9 | 0 | 22 |
| 2 | N. Koutsakos | Apoel Nicosia | 6 | 0 | 29 |
| 3 | S. Dražić | Apoel Nicosia | 6 | 2 | 30 |
| 4 | S. Sensi | Anorthosis | 6 | 3 | 25 |
| 5 | R. Effaghe | Aris | 5 | 0 | 27 |
| 6 | Anderson Silva | n/a | 5 | 0 | 32 |
| 7 | Z. Sawo | AEL | 5 | 0 | 18 |
| 8 | L. Singh | AEL | 5 | 1 | 26 |
| 9 | Willy Semedo | Omonia Nicosia | 5 | 2 | 28 |
| 10 | R. Mmaee | Omonia Nicosia | 4 | 0 | 29 |
| 11 | David Luiz | n/a | 4 | 0 | 26 |
| 12 | Ewandro | Omonia Nicosia | 4 | 0 | 31 |
| 13 | Jajá | n/a | 4 | 0 | 28 |
| 14 | Brandon Thomas | Apollon Limassol | 4 | 0 | 32 |
| 15 | G. Pontikos | Omonia Aradippou | 4 | 0 | 32 |
| 16 | Pedro Marques | Apollon Limassol | 4 | 0 | 26 |
| 17 | N. Andereggen | Ethnikos Achna | 3 | 0 | 30 |
| 18 | J. Romo | Akritas | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | M. Tomás | Apoel Nicosia | 3 | 1 | 33 |
| № | Player | Team | Assists | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M. Oršić | n/a | 6 | 30 |
| 2 | S. Sensi | Anorthosis | 5 | 25 |
| 3 | R. Mmaee | Omonia Nicosia | 4 | 29 |
| 4 | David Luiz | n/a | 4 | 26 |
| 5 | M. Tomás | Apoel Nicosia | 4 | 33 |
| 6 | Willy Semedo | Omonia Nicosia | 3 | 28 |
| 7 | Sérgio Conceição | AEL | 3 | 31 |
| 8 | Kiko | Anorthosis | 3 | 28 |
| 9 | Léo Natel | AEL | 3 | 24 |
| 10 | G. Papageorgiou | Ethnikos Achna | 3 | 32 |
| 11 | J. Mouaddib | Omonia Aradippou | 3 | 30 |
| 12 | R. Effaghe | Aris | 2 | 27 |
| 13 | L. Singh | AEL | 2 | 26 |
| 14 | Ewandro | Omonia Nicosia | 2 | 31 |
| 15 | Jajá | n/a | 2 | 28 |
| 16 | S. Georgiou | Omonia Aradippou | 2 | 23 |
| 17 | D. Mancini | Apoel Nicosia | 2 | 15 |
| 18 | J. Montnor | Aris | 2 | 32 |
| 19 | Garry Rodrigues | Apollon Limassol | 2 | 30 |
| № | Player | Team | Matches | Minutes | Red | Yellow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R. Ofori | Ethnikos Achna | 18 | 360 | 3 | 6 |
| 2 | I. Chebake | Digenis Ypsonas | 23 | 468 | 2 | 8 |
| 3 | K. Laifis | Apoel Nicosia | 29 | 1276 | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | D. Luckassen | Pafos | 28 | 1048 | 1 | 12 |
| 5 | M. Brown | Apollon Limassol | 29 | 676 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | L. de Lucas | Digenis Ypsonas | 28 | 630 | 1 | 8 |
| 7 | P. Zabelin | Akritas | 27 | 810 | 1 | 8 |
| 8 | S. Coulibaly | Omonia Nicosia | 26 | 540 | 1 | 8 |
| 9 | Yassine Bahassa | Digenis Ypsonas | 28 | 328 | 1 | 7 |
| 10 | M. de Iriondo | Digenis Ypsonas | 23 | 434 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 | Maurício | Olympiakos | 30 | 630 | 1 | 4 |
| 12 | R. Thelander | Omonia Aradippou | 27 | 720 | 1 | 4 |
| 13 | Gabriel Furtado | Anorthosis | 25 | 1260 | 1 | 4 |
| 14 | M. Sané | Aris | 19 | 482 | 1 | 4 |
| 15 | Đ. Ivanović | AEK Larnaca | 34 | 717 | 1 | 3 |
| 16 | J. Gorter | Pafos | 15 | 679 | 1 | 3 |
| 17 | Gabriel Maioli | Apoel Nicosia | 14 | 260 | 1 | 3 |
| 18 | M. Charalampous | Enosis | 29 | 425 | 1 | 2 |
| 19 | V. Belec | Apoel Nicosia | 21 | 1440 | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | Breno | Ethnikos Achna | 13 | 114 | 1 | 1 |
| 21 | A. Ella | Enosis | 0 | 159 | 1 | 1 |
| 22 | C. Charalampous | Aris | 31 | 860 | 0 | 11 |
| 23 | R. Edwards | Omonia Aradippou | 27 | 539 | 0 | 11 |
| 24 | Alberto | Akritas | 0 | 858 | 0 | 11 |
| 25 | I. Šunjić | Pafos | 29 | 1104 | 0 | 10 |
| 26 | Brandon Thomas | Apollon Limassol | 32 | 946 | 0 | 9 |
| 27 | J. Mouaddib | Omonia Aradippou | 30 | 609 | 0 | 9 |
| 28 | Henrique Gomes | Olympiakos | 29 | 522 | 0 | 9 |
| 29 | T. Ioannou | Akritas | 27 | 732 | 0 | 9 |
| 30 | Pablo González | Ethnikos Achna | 23 | 394 | 0 | 9 |
| 31 | L. Kosma | Enosis | 22 | 323 | 0 | 9 |
| 32 | Ewandro | Omonia Nicosia | 31 | 516 | 0 | 8 |
| 33 | M. Marić | Omonia Nicosia | 30 | 576 | 0 | 8 |
| 34 | Vieirinha | Olympiakos | 30 | 609 | 0 | 8 |
| 35 | I. Ljubic | Apollon Limassol | 30 | 954 | 0 | 8 |
Smart Tips for Betting on Cypriot Football
Success with football betting tips depends on understanding local dynamics that casual observers miss. Here's what separates profitable approaches from random guessing.
- European week fatigue: Cypriot clubs entering UEFA competition often rotate heavily in domestic fixtures before or after continental matches. Check squad news—reserves frequently start league games during these windows.
- Playoff structure impact: Once the league splits, motivation levels diverge sharply. Championship group clubs sometimes coast, while relegation group matches turn into desperate battles with unusual results.
- Derby intensity: Nicosia derbies and Limassol clashes produce unpredictable scorelines. Historical patterns show increased red cards, late goals, and draw frequency. Backing underdogs on Asian handicap often delivers.
- Fixture congestion: Betting tips should account for cup competitions. Smaller squads struggle with midweek domestic cup rounds, creating upset potential the following weekend.
- Late season value: Relegation-threatened clubs with experienced coaches historically outperform expectations in final six matches. Back their home games cautiously once survival becomes mathematically possible.
Tracking how to bet on this league profitably means respecting these patterns rather than importing assumptions from bigger leagues. Even low-deposit betting sites let you test strategies without significant risk.
Keeping Your Betting Fun and Safe
Betting on Cypriot football should enhance your enjoyment of the matches, not create stress. Set a clear budget before each week and stick to it regardless of results. Never chase losses by increasing stake sizes or adding desperate selections.
Take breaks from betting during international windows or when you feel frustrated. If gambling stops feeling like entertainment, support resources exist through organizations like GamCare and BeGambleAware. Responsible habits make this a sustainable hobby rather than a problem.
From backing established powerhouses to spotting value on ambitious mid-table sides, Cyprus First Division match predictions reward bettors who study squad depth and home advantage trends. Odds and standings refresh regularly, so bookmark this page for your pre-match research. Always stake within your limits—smart betting keeps the beautiful game enjoyable.
