CYPRIOT SOCCER: Despite defeating Beitar Jerusalem 3-2 in the 2nd leg of the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round, Omonia was eliminated by the away goals rule (3-3 on aggregate). AEK Larnaca defeated Cliftonville in the return leg, winning 5-2 on aggregate, and will now face Spartak Moskva in the 3rd Qualifying Round.**HIGHLIGHTS**
CYPRIOT SOCCER: Omonia advanced to the Europa League second qualifying round after defeating Banants 4-1 in extra time. The Cypriot side avoided the scare after losing in normal regulation 0-1 which sent the game to extra time. Omonia will play in the second qualifying round along with AEK Larnaca who overcame Folgore 1-3.**HIGHLIGHTS**
CYPRIOT SOCCER: Both Omonia and AEK Larnaca were victorious in the first leg matches of the Europa League 1st Qualifying Round. Omonia defeated Banants (Armenia) away 0-1 while AEK Larnaca easily defeated Folgore (San Marino) 3-0 in Cyprus. The Cypriot teams will look to secure their place in the 2nd qualifying round in one week’s time in the second leg.**HIGHLIGHTS**
