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1938–39 Cypriot First Division
A' Katīgoria 1938-1939: The Fifth Edition of Cypriot Football
The A' Katīgoria 1938-1939 was the fifth edition of the top Cypriot football championship. It ended with the final statement of Apoel, who won their fourth title in history.
The season began with seven teams competing against each other twice, once at home and once away. The team that gathered the most points would be declared the champion. A unique scoring system was used, where a win was worth two points, a tie one point, and no points were awarded for a defeat.
In comparison to the previous season's championship, 1937-38, several changes took place in the league. The Young Trust Union football team had dissolved its squad, while U.S.A., Larnaca, Olympiacos Nicosia, and the Larnaca Hiking Club joined the competition. Apoel F.C. ultimately emerged as the champion without suffering a single defeat.
The championship was contested by seven teams: APOEL, U.S.A., Larnaca, Olympiacos Nicosia, Larnaca Hiking Club, and two other unnamed teams. The league standings showed that Apoel secured the top spot with an impressive record.
APOEL's dominance in the 1938-39 season was a testament to their strength as one of Cyprus' most successful football clubs. Their fourth title in history marked a significant milestone for the team, solidifying their position at the top of Cypriot football.
The A' Katīgoria 1938-1939 championship served as an important stepping stone for Apoel and other participating teams, setting the stage for future seasons of competition and growth.