Pafos FC secures epic Europa League comeback victory against Hajduk Split

Pafos FC achieved a historic qualification to the third qualifying round of the Europa League on July 30, 2026, after overturning a 2-0 first-leg deficit against Hajduk Split. Playing at the Alphamega Stadium in Cyprus, the Cypriot Cup winners dominated the match, securing a 4-0 victory to advance with an aggregate score of 4-2.

Guga opened the scoring in the 40th minute, providing the necessary momentum for the comeback. David Goldar scored the decisive second goal during stoppage time, which sent the game into extra time, where Pafos eventually finalized their comprehensive victory. Following the match, head coach Ricardo Sa Pinto praised the collective effort of his players and the unwavering support of the fans, describing the night as an unforgettable moment in the club's history.

This victory marks another milestone in the club's European campaign, following previous successful qualifying runs. Having navigated past Hajduk Split, Pafos FC is now set to face the Austrian club Salzburg in the next round of the tournament as their European journey continues.