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Apollon Limassol vs Pafos | Cup - Summary Preview

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Apollon Limassol

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29 May 2026

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Pafos

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Apollon Limassol and Pafos clash in a Cup Final showdown at GSP Stadium, a neutral venue where recent league form suggests a tight contest despite Apollon's slight edge in head-to-head history.

Home Motivation

Medium

Away Motivation

Medium

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Metric

Away

1.74

xG difference

All comps (EWMA)

0.56

Apollon Limassol's xG difference of 1.74 in recent form is more than double Pafos's 0.56, indicating superior overall performance in creating and limiting chances.

2.48

Goals scored per game

All comps (EWMA)

1.80

Apollon Limassol are scoring nearly a goal per game more in recent form (2.48 vs 1.80), a significant advantage in a final where offensive efficiency is key.

8

Wins

All comps at venue

4

Apollon Limassol have won 8 of their last 10 matches at the GSP Stadium venue, demonstrating extreme home advantage, while Pafos has won 4 of their last 10 away at this specific ground.

1

Losses

All comps at venue

2

Apollon Limassol have conceded fewer goals (13) than Pafos (13) at the GSP Stadium venue over the last 10 matches, but Apollon's single loss stands out against Pafos's two.

80%

Win rate %

All comps at venue

40%

Apollon Limassol's 80% win rate at the GSP Stadium over the last 10 matches contrasts sharply with Pafos's 40% win rate away from home in this venue.

80%

BTTS %

All comps at venue

60%

Apollon Limassol's matches at the GSP Stadium have seen Both Teams To Score in 80% of their last 10 encounters, compared to 60% for Pafos in their away matches at the venue.

Form & Streaks

Apollon Limassol have won 8 of their last 10 matches played at the GSP Stadium across all competitions.

Pafos have drawn 4 of their last 10 away matches across all competitions.

Apollon Limassol have lost 4 of their last 10 matches across all competitions.

Pafos have lost only 2 of their last 10 matches across all competitions.

Tactical Overview

Apollon Limassol enters this Cup Final carrying momentum from a recent 2-1 league victory over Pafos just three weeks ago, adding a psychological edge to their head-to-head advantage of three wins in their last five encounters. However, Pafos has demonstrated resilience, going unbeaten in four away matches across all competitions, including draws in their last two league fixtures. Statistically, Apollon boasts a significantly higher xG creation rate at 2.93 per game in recent form, well above Pafos's 1.73, and their xG difference of 1.74 reflects a strong attacking and defensive balance. Pafos, while more porous in recent form (xG conceded 1.17 vs 1.20), show a better away record in terms of draws, often grinding out results on the road. The final venue, GSP Stadium, has been a fortress for Apollon Limassol in recent comps, where they hold a dominant 8 wins from 10, contrasting with Pafos's more mixed 4 wins from 10 away at this specific stadium. Both sides come into this final with identical recent form points per game (1.6 PPG across their last 10 All Competitions), indicating a closely matched contest on overall current momentum.

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Key Players

Apollon Limassol will rely on the defensive solidity of Josef Kvida, who recently renewed his contract with the club. Upfront, Dani Escriche and Pedro Marques are expected to lead the attack, providing offensive threats for their team.

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Home

Key Players

Apollon Limassol will rely on the defensive solidity of Josef Kvida, who recently renewed his contract with the club. Upfront, Dani Escriche and Pedro Marques are expected to lead the attack, providing offensive threats for their team.

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Away

Key Players

For Pafos, Ivan Šunjić is a key midfielder, providing an important presence in the center of the park. K. Sema is also a significant player, known for his energy and contributions.

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