Pafos FC achieves historic comeback victory against Hajduk Split

Pafos FC secured a historic qualification to the third qualifying round of the Europa League on July 30, 2026, by defeating Hajduk Split 4-0 in a dramatic home match at the Alphamega Stadium. After suffering a 2-0 defeat in the first leg in Croatia, the Cypriot club mounted an extraordinary comeback. Guga opened the scoring in the 40th minute, and Goldar leveled the aggregate score with a goal in the 90+2nd minute, forcing the match into extra time.

During extra time, Pafos maintained their dominance, with Biel scoring in the 93rd minute to take the lead in the aggregate, and Correia adding a final goal in the 116th minute. Coach Ricardo Sa Pinto praised the team's resilience, while club general director Haris Theoharous lauded the players' determination. This victory marks a significant milestone for the club in European competition.

Following this result, Pafos FC will face Austrian club Salzburg in the third qualifying round. The first leg is scheduled to take place in Cyprus on August 6, 2026, with the return match in Austria on August 13, 2026.