Hector Kyprianou

Hector Matthew Kyprianou (; born 27 May 2001) is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder or centre-back for club Watford. Born in England, he plays for the Cyprus national team.

Career Leyton Orient A regular in Leyton Orient's U18 side during the 2017–18 season, Kyprianou went on a month's work experience loan to Harlow Town in August 2018, making three appearances.

In October, Kyprianou signed a similar deal with Bishop's Stortford which continued until March 2019. He made 21 appearances in all competitions.

In March 2019, Kyprianou signed on loan with National League South side Hampton & Richmond Borough, making one appearance, in the 3–1 league win at Billericay Town.

Kyprianou was called up to the Cyprus U19 squad in January 2019. He also signed a professional contract with Leyton Orient which began on 1 July 2019.

On 6 November, Kyprianou made his senior Orient debut in the EFL Trophy group stage match against Brighton & Hove Albion U21, which Orient won on penalties after a 1–1 draw. He also started the next match in the competition, the 1–1 draw in the second round at Bristol Rovers on 4 December, which Orient lost on penalties. He made his league debut on 7 December in the 1–1 draw at Oldham Athletic.

On 1 April 2021, Kyprianou signed a contract extension at Leyton Orient until 30 June 2023.

Peterborough United On 22 June 2022, Kyprianou signed for League One club Peterborough United for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract. Kyprianou scored his first football league goal and his first for Peterborough in a 3–0 win against Morecambe

During his time at Peterborough United, Kyprianou played a pivotal role in the club's success during the 2022–23 and 2023–24 seasons, featuring in back-to-back EFL League One play-offs. He also helped the team win two consecutive EFL Trophy finals at Wembley Stadium. In the 2025 final against Birmingham City, Kyprianou captained the side, scored in the match, and lifted the trophy. He served as club captain for the 2024–25 season.

On 6 May 2025, Peterborough announced the player would leave the club in June when his contract expired.

Watford On 19 May 2025, Kyprianou agreed to join Championship club Watford on a five-year deal from 1 July.

International career Kyprianou played several times for the Cyprus under-19 team and Cyprus under-21 before being called up to the Cyprus national team in June 2021 when he was an unused substitute for the match against Ukraine. He made his debut on 12 October 2023 in a Euro qualifier against Norway.

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Honours Peterborough United EFL Trophy: 2023–24, 2024–25