2026-2027 Nations League: Cyprus vs. Montenegro, Probable Lineups

Cyprus and Montenegro are set to take the field on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Alphamega Stadium in Limassol for the final matchday of the Nations League group stage. The Cypriots are looking to end the competition on a positive note in front of their home fans, while the Montenegrins aim to build on the momentum that led to their promotion to League B.

Akis Mantzios’s team is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Fabiano in goal and Laifis at the heart of the defense alongside Kyprianou. Konomis and Malekkidis will start on the wings, while Kastanos and Andreou will play in midfield. Up front, Edwards will be the focal point in the attacking midfield, flanked by Loizou and Pittas, with Pikis playing behind them.

Mirko Vucinic’s Montenegro is expected to respond with a 4-1-2-1-2 formation, relying on Popovic in goal and the Vujacic-Radunovic pairing at the heart of the defense. Jankovic will anchor the defense, with Brnovic and Adzic in the center. In the attacking midfield, Haksabanovic will support the offensive duo of Osmajic and Krstovic. Savic is suspended after being sent off in the previous match against Latvia.

Probable lineups:

CYPRUS (4-2-3-1): Fabiano; Konomis, Kyprianou, Laifis, Malekkidis; Andreou, Kastanos; Loizou, Edwards, Pittas; Pikis. Coach: Mantzios.

MONTENEGRO (4-1-2-1-2): Popovic; Bulatovic, Radunovic, Vujacic, Gasevic; Jankovic; Brnovic, Adzic; Haksabanovic; Osmajic, Krstovic. Coach: Vucinic.