Pafos FC advances in Europa League with presidential attendance

On July 30, 2026, Pafos FC hosted HNK Hajduk Split at the Alphamega Stadium in Limassol for the second leg of their UEFA Europa League second qualifying round match. The Cypriot team sought to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg to secure a spot in the next stage of the competition.

The match was attended by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, who watched the game from the official stands alongside his daughters. The President, a known supporter of the Pafos team, chose to attend the match following a week of intensive diplomatic activity regarding the Cyprus issue, including recent meetings with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Following a competitive match, Pafos FC secured a significant result, successfully overturning the aggregate score to qualify for the third qualifying round of the Europa League. Reports indicate that the atmosphere at the stadium was intense, supported by a large turnout of local fans.