Pafos FC prepares for upcoming UEFA play-off against Dinamo City

Following their recent elimination from the competition against Red Bull Salzburg on August 13, 2026, the Cypriot club Pafos FC has shifted its focus to the next stage of European qualification. The team is now set to face the Albanian club Dinamo City in a double-legged play-off series.

While the elimination against Salzburg resulted in a disappointing home performance, Pafos manager Ricardo Sa Pinto is tasking his players to regain their momentum. Although observers suggest that Dinamo City lacks the budget and competitive prestige of their previous Austrian opponents, the technical staff emphasizes that caution and total concentration are required to secure a favorable result in Albania. The primary objective for the upcoming fixtures is to establish a lead that will grant Pafos the advantage needed to progress in the tournament.

Preparations are currently underway, with the club seeking to avoid repeating past errors where they failed to secure positive results in away matches. The upcoming encounters serve as a crucial test for Sa Pinto’s squad, as they aim to redeem themselves after the exit from the previous round.