Pafos wins convincingly, HNK Hajduk Split suffers heavy defeat in Europa League.
Pafos defeated HNK Hajduk Split 4-0 at Alphamega Stadium, Limassol, in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League. The victory helped Pafos make an impression, while HNK Hajduk Split ended the match with a heavy defeat.
- 0'The match has started.
Pafos hosts HNK Hajduk Split.
- 12'D. Goldar received an early yellow card.
In the 12th minute, D. Goldar of Pafos received a yellow card after a foul for obstructing an opponent.
- 13'The game remained evenly matched after 13 minutes.
In the 13th minute, Pafos had a slight advantage with a corner kick (1-0) and an offside goal (1-0), but they hadn't yet established dominance over HNK Hajduk Split. The possession statistics (0%-0%) and fouls (2-2) showed that the match remained fairly balanced.
- 26'The game was evenly balanced after 26 minutes.
At the 26th minute, Pafos and HNK Hajduk Split were still locked in a balanced match, with both teams having 0% possession. Pafos had a slight advantage in terms of pressure with a 1-0 corner kick, but it wasn't enough to break the 0-0 draw.
- 38'The game was evenly matched before halftime.
In the 38th minute, Pafos and HNK Hajduk Split were still locked in a stalemate, with neither side gaining a clear advantage. Pafos had a slight lead in corner kicks (1-0), while their 5-2 number of fouls indicated the home team was more aggressive in their challenges.
- 40'Guga put Pafos ahead.
In the 40th minute, Guga scored to give Pafos a 1-0 lead against HNK Hajduk Split. The home team, Alphamega Stadium, now holds the advantage after this crucial goal.
- 45+2'Pafos made a substitution before halftime.
In the 45th minute + 2, V. Dragomir came on as a substitute for Jaja on the Pafos side. This was a substitution made by the home team right before halftime.
- 45+4'Guga received a yellow card after an elbowing incident.
In the 45th minute plus 4 seconds, Guga of Pafos received a yellow card for an elbowing foul. Pafos ended the first half with a 1-0 lead, but this card served as a reminder of the increasing intensity of the game.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 1-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 50'A. Pajaziti received a yellow card.
In the 50th minute, A. Pajaziti of HNK Hajduk Split received a yellow card after a foul. The midfielder will have to be more cautious for the remainder of the match.
- 50'Pafos controlled the game after the break.
At the 50th minute, Pafos still maintained control with 71% possession - 29%, putting pressure on HNK Hajduk Split. The home team also had a slight advantage in corner kicks (2-1), while their opponents had to retreat deep into defense to protect their lead.
- 53'A. Sanyang came on as a substitute for HNK Hajduk Split.
In the 53rd minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought A. Sanyang onto the field to replace A. Guram. The visiting team made a personnel change while trailing.
- 62'Pafos controlled the game.
In the 62nd minute, Pafos still dominated the game with 71% possession - 29%, forcing HNK Hajduk Split to retreat into deep defense. The home team's pressure was also evident in the number of corner kicks (4 - 1), while the tempo wasn't particularly high.
- 63'HNK Hajduk Split revamps its attack
In the 63rd minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought M. Livaja onto the field to replace S. Hrgovic. M. Livaja's appearance added further impetus to HNK Hajduk Split's efforts to find an equalizer.
- 63'HNK Hajduk Split made a substitution in the 63rd minute.
In the 63rd minute, HNK Hajduk Split made a substitution: N. Sigur came on, replacing M. Acapandie. The away team made another adjustment as they were trailing Pafos.
- 68'I. Sunjic received a yellow card.
In the 68th minute, I. Sunjic of Pafos received a yellow card for a foul. This served as a warning to Pafos' midfield for the following minutes.
- 71'Pafos was substituted in the 71st minute.
In the 71st minute, Pafos brought J. Correia onto the field to replace D. Quina. The substitution came as Pafos were leading 1-0 and controlling the game.
- 71'Pafos is substituted, Pepe comes on.
In the 71st minute, Pepe came on as a substitute for Guga for Pafos. Pafos were leading, and Pepe's appearance provided an additional option in the final stages of the match.
- 74'Pafos controlled the game.
By the 74th minute, Pafos still dominated the game with 71% possession and a 1-0 lead. HNK Hajduk Split were under considerable pressure as Pafos had 5-1 corner kicks, although the visitors continued to look for opportunities from counter-attacks.
- 82'Pafos was substituted in the 82nd minute.
In the 82nd minute, Pafos brought M. Mammadov on to replace I. Sunjic. This could be a change aimed at refreshing the lineup in the final minutes.
- 82'Pafos was substituted in the 82nd minute.
In the 82nd minute, Pafos made a substitution, with K. Sema coming on to replace N. Ioannou. This change at a crucial moment could help the home team maintain their composure for the remainder of the match.
- 85'HNK Hajduk Split made a substitution in the 85th minute.
In the 85th minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought A. del Moral on to replace A. Pajaziti. This was a notable personnel change in the final minutes of the match.
- 86'Pafos controlled the game in the final moments.
In the 86th minute, Pafos still completely controlled the game with 71% possession - 29% and 6-2 corner kicks. HNK Hajduk Split had to retreat deep under pressure, while Pafos proactively maintained pressure to protect their advantage.
- 90+1'D. Goldar doubled the lead for Pafos.
In the 90+1 minute, D. Goldar scored after an assist from V. Dragomir, increasing the score to 2-0 for Pafos. The late goal doubled Pafos' lead against HNK Hajduk Split.
- 91'Extra time
The match went into extra time.
- 93'Biel scored, and Pafos extended their lead.
In the 93rd minute, Biel scored, extending Pafos' lead to 3-0 against HNK Hajduk Split. Pafos were controlling the game and building a large advantage towards the end of the match.
- 96'R. Pukstas received a yellow card in the 96th minute.
In the 96th minute, R. Pukstas of HNK Hajduk Split received a yellow card after a foul. HNK Hajduk Split continued to struggle as Pafos was leading 3-0.
- 98'A. Sutalo came on in the 98th minute.
In the 98th minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought A. Sutalo on to replace D. de Almeida. The substitution came in the final minutes, when HNK Hajduk Split were trailing 3-0.
- 98'Pafos dominated in the 98th minute.
Up until the 98th minute, Pafos still completely controlled the game with 71% possession - 29% and a corner kick advantage of 9-2. HNK Hajduk Split could only huddle together to defend against the continuous pressure from the home team.
- 103'A. Brito came on in the 103rd minute.
In the 103rd minute, A. Brito came on as a substitute for Biel for Pafos. The home team continued to make personnel changes while holding a significant advantage.
- 106'HNK Hajduk Split made a substitution in the 106th minute.
In the 106th minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought M. Skelin onto the field to replace D. Maresic. This was a personnel change made during extra time of the match.
- 111'Pafos controlled the game in extra time.
In the 111th minute, Pafos still maintained control with a 65% - 35% possession rate and a superior corner kick ratio of 9 - 2. HNK Hajduk Split was trailing 3-0 and struggling to mount a comeback.
- 117'J. Correia sealed the 4-0 victory.
In the 117th minute, J. Correia scored, extending Pafos' lead to 4-0 against HNK Hajduk Split. This marked the end of the visitors' hopes in the final minutes of the match.
- KTFinal score: Pafos 4-0 HNK Hajduk Split
The match ended with a score of 4-0.
Updated at 02:35 on 31/07/2026
Match information
Match:Pafos vs HNK Hajduk Split
Time:July 31, 2026 00:00
Stadium:Alphamega Stadium
Pafos and HNK Hajduk Split will face each other in the UEFA Europa League, with a clear difference in recent form between the two teams. Pafos just suffered a defeat in their last match, while HNK Hajduk Split has won 2 of their last 3 games.
Form makes all the difference.
Pafos' recent run of results includes only one loss. This means the team needs to quickly improve their ability to control the game, especially when under pressure from opponents.
Meanwhile, HNK Hajduk Split has been in more consistent form, winning 2 and losing 1 of their last 3 matches. This rhythm of play could help the away team start confidently, while also putting pressure on Pafos to be cautious in their ball distribution.
HNK Hajduk Split has the upper hand in head-to-head matches.
The most recent head-to-head history also favors HNK Hajduk Split. In the matches recorded, Pafos neither won nor drew, while HNK Hajduk Split emerged victorious.
Despite only having one previous encounter provided, this trend gives HNK Hajduk Split added confidence going into the match. Conversely, Pafos will need to create a different game plan to overcome the psychological disadvantage from the previous result.
The key point in the approach to the game.
The available data does not provide projected lineups, tactical diagrams, or lists of absent players. Therefore, it is not yet possible to determine the exact personnel arrangements for the two teams.
However, the outcome of the match will likely depend on how Pafos handles the pressure after their recent defeat. The team needs to maintain a stable formation and minimize any gaps that HNK Hajduk Split could exploit.
Conversely, HNK Hajduk Split can proactively maintain a solid defensive stance, then look for opportunities to increase the pace. Their form, winning 2 out of their last 3 matches, gives the away team a basis to play patiently rather than taking risks from the start.
Match analysis
Pafos has a chance to make an impression at Alphamega Stadium, but the available data shows that HNK Hajduk Split has the advantage in both form and head-to-head record. Pafos' ability to react after their recent defeat will be a crucial factor in determining the outcome.
Overall, this could be a match where HNK Hajduk Split enters with greater confidence, while Pafos must focus on discipline and capitalizing on opportunities. There isn't enough data to make a specific score prediction, but the balance before the match is leaning towards HNK Hajduk Split.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).