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‘Earn it’ – Apollon boss sends message to Sheffield Wednesday striker Iké Ugbo as opportunities prove limited

Iké Ugbo has made just three substitute appearances since joining Apollon Limassol on loan from Sheffield Wednesday during the summer.

The Star

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Iké Ugbo joined Apollon Limassol on a season-long loan from Sheffield Wednesday.
Apollon manager Hernán Losada said Ugbo must earn his playing opportunities through training performances.
Ugbo has made three substitute appearances totaling just 70 minutes of action this season.

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Apollon Limassol manager Hernán Losada stated that striker Iké Ugbo must earn his playing time in training after a limited start to his loan spell. Ugbo, who joined the Cypriot club on a season-long loan from Sheffield Wednesday, has been restricted to 70 minutes across three substitute appearances this season.

Ugbo most recently played 21 minutes as a substitute during Apollon's 2-2 draw with APOEL Nicosia. Losada noted that Dani Escriche has earned starts through performance, emphasizing that newcomers must prove their readiness and adapt to Cyprus rather than receiving minutes automatically.

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