Pafos FC faces Atalanta in Conference League opener

On October 15, 2026, Pafos FC played their inaugural match of the Conference League phase against Atalanta at the Stadio di Bergamo in Italy. Head coach Ricardo Sa Pinto expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete against the Italian club despite the challenging nature of the fixture.

Approximately 300 traveling Pafos FC supporters gathered in a designated section of the stadium, secured by safety netting, to support the Cypriot team. The players took to the field for warm-ups forty minutes before kickoff, facing mild booing from the home fans. Early match reports indicated that Atalanta managed to score within the first 46 seconds of the game.

This match marks the start of the League Phase for Pafos FC, following their preparations in Italy. The club held their final training session at the stadium on October 14 to finalize their tactical plan for the tournament opener.