What Happens in Cyprus Doesn’t Always Stay in Cyprus

What Happens in Cyprus Doesn’t Always Stay in Cyprus

Nearly twenty years ago, Cyprus was supposed to be just one football season. Instead, it became the place where Hans and I truly became a team, where friendships turned into family, and where I first saw the side of professional football nobody really talks about. Beautiful beaches, unpaid salaries, strange situations, unexpected loyalty, and even a run-in with the police, some stories stay with you forever.

‘The Real Deal’

Six years ago, we lived in Cyprus for one season in Ayia Napa. Best holiday place ever! To be there for soccer…? Not so much. We lived in a touristic area near the beach with white sand and clear blue water. It was just beautiful. Cyprus overall has so much history and nice food to [...]