Pafos FC forward Zaza suffers injury in match against Hajduk Split

During the UEFA Europa League second-leg match between Pafos FC and Hajduk Split on July 30, 2026, the Brazilian forward Zaza was forced to leave the pitch due to an injury. The incident occurred around the 40th minute, shortly after his team scored, as the player appeared to sustain an injury to his right leg.

Zaza initially attempted to continue playing after receiving medical attention, but he was unable to remain on the field. He eventually left the game during first-half stoppage time, visibly struggling and having to be assisted by staff while making his way to the locker room. This development has caused significant concern for the team's technical staff, especially given the crucial nature of the European fixture held at the Alphamega Stadium.

While the match continued under the management of coach Sa Pinto, the immediate consequences for the player's health remain the primary concern. There is no official update yet regarding the severity of the injury or the expected duration of his recovery, though his forced substitution marks a significant blow to the team's attacking options for the remainder of the evening.