Pafos FC achieves historic comeback against Hajduk Split

On July 31, 2026, Pafos FC completed a historic comeback against Hajduk Split at the Alphamega Stadium, overturning a 2-0 first-leg deficit to win 4-0 and advance to the third qualifying round of the Europa League. Under the guidance of coach Ricardo Sa Pinto, the Cypriot side dominated the match, with Guga opening the scoring in the 40th minute and David Goldar netting the crucial second goal in stoppage time to force the game into extra time, where Pafos eventually secured the victory.

New arrivals Guga and Biel played pivotal roles in the match, with Biel scoring the team's third goal. The victory, described by the club and management as a testament to their resilience and tactical discipline, marks a significant progression in the team's European campaign. Despite an early injury scare for Zaza, the team maintained focus to eliminate the Croatian side.

Following this win, Pafos FC is set to face RB Salzburg in the next qualifying stage of the Europa League. The team's performance has been widely praised by both the staff and fans as a landmark achievement in the club's history.