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Aek Larnaca vs Pafos

AEK Arena - George Karapatakis, Larnaca20 December 2021 at 17:00
13
Away

Pafos

Referee: G. Nikolaou

Match Events

AEK Larnaca
Pafos
Kick Off
S. Thandi
11′
36′
O. Valakari
38′
S. Panić
Ioakeim Toumpas45+1′
45+1′Navarone Foor
Half Time
S. ThandiAbraham
46′
H. MiličevićThiago Santos
46′
M. DerbyshireJ. Romo
57′
AcoránI. Faraj
57′
57′
M. AbdusalamovF. Kovačević
67′Stefan Panić
Javier EspinosaC. Anastasiou
75′
80′
O. ValakariD. Hočko
80′
N. FoorE. Babayan
82′
S. PanićJ. Palacios
82′
M. PajićAílton
86′Deni Hočko
Roberto Rosales90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

0Shots on Goal0
0Shots off Goal0
0Total Shots0
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
0Fouls0
16Corner Kicks3
0Offsides0
0Ball Possession0
2Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AEK Larnaca is 6.98, compared to — for Pafos. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AEK Larnaca's highest-rated starter is H. Miličević (7.30), while Pafos's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

AEK Larnaca deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Pafos's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

AEK Larnaca field 5 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Pafos's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

AEK Larnaca start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Pafos averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 88% for AEK Larnaca and —% for Pafos. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

AEK Larnaca's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Pafos. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of AEK Larnaca's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: H. Miličević (32), oldest: Gus Ledes (33)), while Pafos average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

AEK Larnaca's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 0 for Pafos. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

AEK Larnaca4-4-24-2-3-1Pafos
GKDEFMIDFWD
38Toumpas16Rosales44Tomović2Thandi8Acorán23Espinosa7Ledes15Miličev.45Gyurcsó27Derbysh.10Trichko.1Rudko20Aurélio33Bajrič4Kvída55Pajić25Foor28Panić30Dragomir24Valakari7Semedo18Abdusal.

Substitutes

Coach: David Català

Substitutes

Coach: D. Milanič

AEK LarnacaPosition StrengthPafos
6.98
Avg Rating
6.98Midfielder (5 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
AEK Larnaca4-4-2
38GoalkeeperI. Toumpas
16DefenderR. Rosales
44DefenderN. Tomović
2DefenderS. Thandi
8MidfielderAcorán
23MidfielderJavier Espinosa
7MidfielderGus Ledes6.71A
15MidfielderH. Miličević7.3
45MidfielderÁ. Gyurcsó
27ForwardM. Derbyshire
10ForwardI. Trichkovski
Pafos4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Rudko
20DefenderJoão Aurélio
33DefenderK. Bajrič
4DefenderJ. Kvída
55DefenderM. Pajić
25MidfielderN. Foor
28MidfielderS. Panić
30MidfielderV. Dragomir
24MidfielderO. Valakari
7ForwardWilly Semedo
18ForwardM. Abdusalamov

Match Summary

Pafos defeated AEK Larnaca 3:1. The match was played in 1. Division 2021. Goals were scored by S. Thandi 11′, M. Abdusalamov 16′, O. Valakari 36′, S. Panić 38′. 7 yellow cards were shown. AEK Larnaca made 5 substitutions, Pafos made 5.

Rivalry since 2018

AEK Larnaca vs Pafos Head to Head Results

24 stretnutí
AEK Larnaca
10
wins
Drawn
7
Pafos
7
wins
Total goals
50 · 2.1/match
Both scored
8/24 · 33%
Over 2.5
6/24 · 25%

Recent Form

AEK Larnaca

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Pafos

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Match Prediction

AEK Larnaca

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Pafos

10%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : AEK Larnaca or draw and -3.5 goals

50%Form50%
58%Attack42%
40%Defence60%
85%Head-to-head15%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026