Pafos FC draws against Riga in the Conference League

On October 22, 2026, Pafos FC hosted the Latvian side Riga FC at the Alphamega Stadium for the second matchday of the UEFA Conference League's league phase. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving Pafos still searching for their first victory in the competition after a previous 1-3 loss to Atalanta in the opening round.

Prior to the match, coach Ricardo Sa Pinto expressed concerns regarding a string of player injuries, noting that the team was awaiting medical updates on Pepe. During the post-match press conference, Sa Pinto described the first half as the worst since his arrival at the club. He emphasized that the current roster depth is insufficient to remain competitive in two simultaneous competitions, citing the burden of injuries as a significant challenge for the team's performance.

Following the draw against Riga, which had previously secured a 1-1 result against Kairat, Pafos is now preparing for upcoming challenges as they look to improve their standing in the league phase. The team is scheduled to face Twente in the Netherlands for their next European encounter, with management indicating a need for reinforcements to bolster the squad.