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Football – UEFA Champions League – Season 2025/2026 (8. round)
28. January 2026. 22:00h
Pafos FC vs Slavia Prague
Stelios Kyriakides Stadium, Pafos, CY
2026
28
January
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Tickets for Pafos FC – Slavia Praha | UEFA Champions League 2025/26, Matchday 8 at Limassol Stadium in Limassol

Looking for tickets for Pafos FC vs Slavia Praha in the UEFA Champions League? Here you can complete your ticket purchase for Matchday 8 and plan your arrival at Limassol Stadium in Limassol. Kick off is set for 28 Jan 2026 at 22:00, and points can swing the league phase standings, so grab tickets early
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Match that carries the weight of the entire season

A European football night in which the stakes are bigger than the result itself arrives through the clash of Pafos FC and Slavia Praha, a match played within Football - the European Champions League, season 2025/2026, Matchday 8, in a league-format where every point can mean the difference between a European winter and an early farewell. According to the official competition data, the match is scheduled for 28.01.2026 at 22:00 local time in Cyprus, and the venue is listed as Limassol Stadium in Limassol. The clash is especially interesting because it brings together a young Cypriot project that in a few years has skipped several steps at once, and a traditional champion from Prague whose game has been recognized for years by its intensity and tempo. On nights like these, the atmosphere in the stands can become just as important a factor as the tactical plan, so interest in tickets usually grows as matchday approaches and as the table becomes clearer. If you plan to be part of this story live, ticket sales are available and it’s worth acting earlier, because European nights usually don’t wait for the last moment. Secure your tickets now!

How the league phase works and why matchday eight changes the perspective

The Champions League league phase in the 2025/2026 season is played in a single table with 36 clubs, with each team playing eight matches, and the standings formed based on total points and the standard criteria of goal difference and other tie-break rules. The most important line in that story is the boundary that separates the clubs that go directly to the round of 16 from those that must go through an additional round, because according to the competition rules the top eight advance directly, while positions 9 to 24 go into a knockout play-off, and positions 25 to 36 mean elimination. That is why matchday eight is not just another match on the schedule, but the moment when the entire loop closes and when all calculations, goal difference and small details turn into a concrete outcome. In such a context, the match Pafos FC - Slavia Praha gains extra edge, because both teams in the final two slots (matchdays 7 and 8) will seek maximum output and to repair the impression left after the first six appearances. It is especially interesting that the schedule in the middle part of the competition often pairs clubs from different football cultures, so in one evening you can see both Mediterranean pragmatism and the Central European school of pressing. That is precisely why tickets for matches like these often have added value, because the spectator gets the feeling of watching a clash of styles, not just a result.

Table before the finish: points, goal difference and the pressure of the moment

The official competition data after six played matches show that Pafos holds 26th place with 6 points and a goal difference of -5, while Slavia Praha is in 33rd place with 3 points and a goal difference of -9, which clearly shows that both teams enter the finish with an imperative. In this setup every small move on the table can pull several positions at once, because in the lower part of the standings there are often clubs with the same or similar number of points, so one draw is sometimes too little, while one win can open the door to hope. The schedule further increases the psychological pressure because Pafos in matchday 7 hosts Chelsea, while Slavia in the same slot plays at home against FC Barcelona, so it is realistic to expect that in matchday 8 the head-to-head match in Cyprus will become the place where they chase what was missed earlier. That is why there is more and more talk that this match is a chance to turn the season around in a few minutes, especially if a goal is scored early and if the crowd recognizes the momentum. In such circumstances tickets and admission become a commodity fans want to secure as soon as possible, because everything is clear: this is not an ordinary night, but a possible turning point of the entire European campaign. The goal difference also carries special weight, because when points are level it can become decisive, so the teams will not be satisfied with a passive approach if they feel they can attack. That is precisely why it is worth looking at the bigger picture, because one late goal can mean a jump over several clubs that are close on points.
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Pafos FC: the rapid rise of a club that became a European topic

Pafos FC is a club from Paphos founded in 2014 after the merger of AEP Paphos and AEK Kouklia, and in a short time it managed to build an identity that today is recognized by the European public as well. It is especially important that Pafos reached its biggest goals in the domestic environment and thereby opened the door to a historic Champions League appearance, and part of that story is tied to a more stable management and investment project that gradually lifted the club. Coach Juan Carlos Carcedo, who is repeatedly mentioned as a key figure in sporting development, has publicly spoken about how much the city and the fans live this story and how European nights have become part of the club’s identity. Pafos is traditionally linked as a home stadium to Stelios Kyriakides Stadium in Paphos, a venue with a capacity of around 9,394 spectators, located along Leoforos Dimokratias, an address the fans know best through the domestic league. However, for this match the official competition data list Limassol Stadium in Limassol as the venue, which shows that European matches are sometimes organized outside the standard club routine, most often due to infrastructure and operational competition requirements. For fans this means an additional logistical challenge, but also an opportunity to experience a big European night in a more modern setting, where tickets often sell out faster due to smaller capacity and higher demand.

Pafos results in the league: pragmatism, big nights and lessons against favorites

In the league phase so far, Pafos has shown that it can survive tough moments and that under certain circumstances it can punish bigger names, which is best seen through the series of matches it played in the first six matchdays. It opened the campaign with a 0-0 draw away against Olympiacos FC, and then came a match against FC Bayern Munchen at home that ended in a 1-5 defeat and gave a realistic frame of the difference in squad depth. After that, Pafos played another 0-0 away, this time against FC Kairat Almaty, and then came a night that echoed because Pafos at home beat Villarreal CF 1-0, a result that Carcedo later highlighted as one of the most important wins of his career. Next came a 2-2 draw with AS Monaco at home and a 0-2 defeat away at Juventus, so the overall picture brought points, but also the impression that the team is most dangerous when it manages to impose a controlled rhythm and force the opponent into patience. Exactly such a match profile suggests that against Slavia, Pafos will not rush headlong, but will look for moments through set pieces, transition and discipline, which for the spectator means a very tense match in which one detail can turn into a goal. In such a scenario, tickets gain additional value because live it is easiest to feel when the team is preparing to press and when the stadium lives every duel.

Slavia Praha: a giant from Prague with a clear identity and a habit of big matches

Slavia Praha is one of the most recognizable clubs in Central Europe, founded in 1892, with a long tradition of trophies and rivalries, and in the modern era it stands out especially for its work system and continuity of ideas. The club is led by Jindrich Trpisovsky, a coach who for years has built a style recognizable by aggressive pressing, fast transitions from defense to attack and a brave approach to the opponent, regardless of the opponent’s name. In domestic football Slavia comes from an environment where pressure is a constant category, and in the 2025/26 season its position in the Czech league and the number of points won in the autumn part show that it is capable of dominating at the national level. At the same time, entering the Champions League league phase in this format brings a different kind of challenge, because the match rhythm and the quality of opponents change drastically from week to week. In historical overviews, Slavia also lists a large number of league titles, and the club’s own site highlights 21 titles, which confirms that this is an institution that knows what fighting for the top looks like. In such a context, the trip to Cyprus against Pafos is not just an exotic stop on the calendar, but a chance to save the European campaign and to transfer energy to the stands, where tickets will be sought both among local fans and among travelers who follow the club on European away trips.
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Slavia’s league phase so far: defensive moments without reward and a finishing problem

A look at Slavia’s results in the first six matchdays shows a team that on several occasions managed to stay in the match, but did not manage to turn good phases of play into points and goals, which is why the points tally remained low. Slavia opened the league with a 2-2 draw against FK Bodo Glimt, then followed a 0-3 defeat away at FC Internazionale Milano, then a 0-0 draw away at Atalanta BC, a result that shows the defense can hold even under pressure. After that came home defeats 0-3 against Arsenal FC and a 0-0 draw against Athletic Club, and the run was closed by a 0-3 defeat away at Tottenham Hotspur, a match described in the media as a night in which Slavia failed to come back after conceding and in which details decided. That sequence explains why Slavia after six matchdays is on 3 points and why it needs a strong output in the remaining two slots, especially because the schedule is tough and includes a match against FC Barcelona before the trip to Cyprus. When a team used to dominating in the domestic league comes into a situation where in the Champions League it has to chase, the match can become more open than planned, and that is exactly the profile of a night in which the crowd gets more duels, more set pieces and more emotional swings. For the neutral spectator, these are the moments that make buying tickets feel like the best way to experience the pressure of a big competition first-hand.

Tactical framework of Pafos: a solid block, set pieces and experience in the last line

If Pafos sticks to the pattern that brought it points, a very disciplined shape without the ball can be expected, with an emphasis on steering the opponent toward the flanks and preventing entry into dangerous zones between the lines. Carcedo’s team has been described in public appearances as organized and patient, and the squad includes players with great experience who know how to control the tempo and calm the situation when the match goes into a high rhythm, with names like David Luiz and David Goldar especially mentioned. In such an approach, set pieces become a key tool, because every dead ball at the edge of the penalty area or every corner can bring a situation that changes the entire match, and Pafos has already shown that it knows how to live off details when the opponent is stronger on paper. On the other hand, the risk of that model is that too much passivity can mean the team defends for too long, and then one rebound or one mistake can be too expensive. That is why Pafos will probably also look for phases in which it can bypass the first line of Slavia’s pressure and break into fast transition, especially if it feels the visiting fullbacks are high. Exactly that battle for rhythm, between control and the moment of explosion, makes the match ideal to experience from the stands, where you can clearly hear when the stadium recognizes an opportunity and when the crowd pushes the team forward, which further increases interest in tickets.

Tactical framework of Slavia: pressing as an identity and the need to speed up the attack

Under Trpisovsky, Slavia for years built a game that starts without the ball, through aggressive closing of space and a quick reaction after losing possession, and in European matches that approach often brings the feeling that the opponent cannot stay long in calm build-up. In this league phase, however, the number of goals scored and the overall results show that Slavia has lacked the final touch, so now every chance must be turned into a concrete outcome, regardless of whether the opponent perhaps plays deeper and waits. Transfermarkt records about systems of play across a number of matches suggest that Slavia uses variations with three at the back and wing players who must cover large distances, which is demanding but also dangerous if the right rhythm is found. Against Pafos, which likes to wait for a mistake, Slavia will have to be careful in possession, because a lost ball at the wrong moment opens space for a counter, and that is the scenario in which the home side becomes most dangerous. On the other hand, Slavia will want to increase the number of entries into the penalty area and the number of shots, because without that there are no points, and without points there is no hope of progressing in this phase of the competition. That is precisely why a match can be expected in which Slavia will take risks earlier and in which play will be on the edge, with phases of high pressure and phases of retreat, creating a dynamic because of which tickets for such a match quickly become sought-after.
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Limassol Stadium: modern setting and the atmosphere factor in a high-stakes match

The official competition data for this clash list Limassol Stadium in Limassol as the venue, and it is a stadium that in public sources is linked with Alphamega Stadium in Kolossi, opened in 2022 and with a capacity of around 10,830 seats, which makes it compact enough for every wave of noise to be felt. UEFA in its materials often uses the name Limassol Stadium, while in the local context the stadium is recognized for modern infrastructure and its role as a home for several Cypriot clubs, which means it is logistically prepared for European nights. For spectators it is important to know that access to the stadium is usually easiest by car or organized transport, and club notices for European away trips often emphasize that public transport options are limited, so planning arrival becomes key. Exactly that combination of a modern stadium and limited capacity creates a situation in which tickets can sell out faster than many expect, especially when it is matchday 8 and the moment of decision. The atmosphere in such an environment often rewards the home team, because every good duel, every won set piece and every pressure on the referee’s decision gets extra volume, and those are details that are never equally clear on television. Tickets for this match are disappearing fast, so buy your tickets on time.

Paphos as the club’s identity: the city, the fans and the journey toward a European night

Although the match is officially played in the Limassol area, Pafos FC carries the identity of the city of Paphos, a destination globally known for its cultural and historical heritage, including archaeological sites inscribed on the UNESCO list. For some fans and travelers this is an opportunity to combine a football trip with a city experience, because Paphos offers a context rarely seen with clubs in the Champions League, from the coast and the harbor to historical locations that have become a symbol of western Cyprus. In practice that means that on matchday a wave of fans can be expected traveling from Paphos toward Limassol, and the distance and travel time depend on the mode of transport, so an earlier departure is often planned to avoid congestion and to reach the gates before the biggest rush. On such nights the stadium becomes a meeting place of different fan cultures, and for the local audience it is also confirmation that the city and the club are living something that until recently sounded like a dream. A special detail is that Pafos, as a young club, is still building the tradition of European nights, so every new opponent and every new arrival of an away crowd becomes part of a story that is remembered and retold. If you want to feel that mix of sport and city, tickets are the most direct path to the experience, because only from the stands does it become clear how much such matches change the rhythm of the whole community.

Practical information for visitors: arrival, entry and planning the evening

For attending the match, the most important thing is to plan arrival with enough buffer, because European nights bring additional checks at the entrances and a larger number of people in a short time, and that can create waits nobody wants to experience immediately before kick-off. If you are coming from Paphos or via Paphos International Airport, different transport options toward Limassol can mean different travel times, so the recommendation is to set departure so that there is time left for parking and for finding your way around the entrances. Since public transport options to the stadium are limited and this fact is highlighted in notices for European away trips, it is worth checking in advance where to leave the vehicle and which routes to take to avoid unnecessary stress. At the stadium itself, the experience is best when you enter earlier, because then you can feel the warm-up, the reactions of the stands and the beginning of the rituals that make the difference between watching a match and living a match. At the moment when the pressure on the table is felt in every duel, and when it is clear this is matchday 8 that closes the league phase, every minute in the stands has its value, so buying tickets is not reduced to entry only, but to the entire evening experience. Buy tickets via the button below and plan your arrival on time, because matches like these reward those who are ready before the referee’s first whistle.
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Sources:
- UEFA.com - official match info and venue (Limassol Stadium) for Pafos vs Slavia Praha
- UEFA.com - official table and basic data on points and positions after 6 matches (Pafos 6 points, Slavia 3 points)
- UEFA.com - explanation of the league-phase format and qualification criteria (top 8 directly, 9-24 play-off, 25-36 elimination)
- UEFA.com - Pafos FC matches: results and schedule in the league phase (Olympiacos, Bayern, Kairat, Villarreal, Monaco, Juventus, Chelsea, Slavia)
- Slavia.cz - official schedule and results of Slavia in the Champions League 2025/26 and a preview of the away trip to Pafos
- Reuters - context of Slavia and Pafos in the Champions League through reports and statements (including matches against Tottenham and opponent previews)
- Wikipedia - basic data on Pafos FC (founded 2014, home stadium Stelios Kyriakides Stadium) and on Alphamega Stadium (capacity, opened 2022, name Limassol Stadium)
- Rangers.co.uk - practical notes on limited public transport options to Alphamega Stadium (Kolossi, Limassol District)
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre and Visit Cyprus - cultural context of Paphos and UNESCO sites in the city
- ESPN - domestic league tables (Cyprus) and the context of standings in the 2025/26 season

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