Pafos FC general director addresses team form and refereeing concerns

On September 22, 2026, Pafos FC General Director Charis Theocharous discussed the team's recent performance following a defeat against AEL. Theocharous acknowledged that Pafos was not competitive during the match, stating that the opponent deserved the victory and attributing the loss to an isolated poor performance rather than systemic instability. He emphasized that the team expects to improve following the current championship break, which allows players time to recover and return to full fitness.

Beyond team results, Theocharous addressed the growing controversy regarding refereeing in Cypriot football. He criticized the constant public complaints from clubs, arguing that these actions negatively impact the sport and discourage prospective referees. He revealed that Pafos has formally proposed to the Cyprus Football Association (KOP) the appointment of foreign VAR officials for selected matches to improve fairness. Furthermore, he noted that the club continues to maintain its professional conduct despite ongoing public disputes involving other teams.

Finally, the director addressed issues surrounding the squad’s roster, including the exclusion of Nikolas Ioannou from the national team and confirmed that the club does not intend to pursue further additions to its attacking line at this stage.