Pafos FC prepares for Conference League match against Riga FC

Pafos FC is set to host Riga FC on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Alphamega Stadium for the second matchday of the UEFA Conference League league phase. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45. The match follows Pafos FC's opening loss to Atalanta, leaving the team eager to secure their first points of the competition on home soil.

During a pre-match press conference, manager Ricardo Sa Pinto addressed concerns regarding a series of injury setbacks within the squad. He confirmed that the club is actively investigating the causes of these frequent issues. Additionally, the team is awaiting medical results for player Pepe to determine the severity of his status. Sa Pinto emphasized the importance of defensive organization, describing the upcoming opponents as a strong and aggressive attacking side.

Player Radoslaw Majecki echoed the call for a victory, noting the team's commitment to rewarding their supporters. The squad enters this encounter focused on tactical discipline, aiming to improve their standing in the league phase after their initial defeat.