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Pafos vs Ael

Stadio Stelios Kyriakides, Paphos6 January 2025 at 17:00
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Pafos

40
Away

AEL

Match Events

Pafos
AEL
Kick Off
31′Kypros Neofytou
Half Time
Jajá
54′
57′
K. NeofitouI. Trichkovski
57′
M. MelladoL. Singh
64′
D. OuedraogoA. Panagiotou
João CorreiaBruno Felipe
67′
V. DragomirM. Tanković
67′
68′
E. TokuT. Themistokleous
Anderson SilvaLéo Natel
77′
Pêpê RodriguesJairo
77′
Domingos QuinaM. Tanlongo
82′
Bruno90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal1
5Shots off Goal4
20Total Shots7
7Blocked Shots2
14Shots insidebox2
6Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls15
5Corner Kicks2
0Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
413Total passes288
349Passes accurate235
85%Passes %82%
2.49expected_goals0.65
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Pafos is 6.97, compared to 6.90 for AEL. 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. Pafos's highest-rated starter is Pêpê Rodrigues (7.12), while AEL's best-rated player is C. Frantzis (7.27).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Pafos have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by Anderson Silva (3G). AEL's starters account for 4 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by A. Makris (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Pafos deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against AEL's 5-man backline averaging 7.04. 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

Pafos field 5 midfielders averaging 7.12, versus AEL's 3 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

Pafos start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.82, compared to 2 for AEL averaging 6.64. 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 54% for Pafos and 76% for AEL. 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

Pafos's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for AEL. 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 Pafos's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: Pêpê Rodrigues (28), oldest: Pêpê Rodrigues (28)), while AEL average 25.7 (youngest: K. Neofitou (23), oldest: A. Makris (30)). 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

Pafos's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 12 for AEL. 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.

Pafos4-2-3-15-3-2AEL
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Ivušić77Correia5Goldar32Boukamir19Silva26Šunjić88Rodrigu.11Jajá30Dragomir8Quina33Silva1Braga2Frantzis4Costant.34Kecskés5Ouedrao.42Neofitou21Toku29Mellado66Mamas33Makris22Lesovoy

Substitutes

Coach: Carcedo

Substitutes

Coach: M. Satsias

PafosPosition StrengthAEL
6.97
Avg Rating
6.90
Defender (4 v 5)7.04
0G 0A1G 0A
7.12Midfielder (5 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.82Forward (1 v 2)6.64
3G 0A3G 0A
Pafos4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperI. Ivušić
77DefenderJoão Correia
5DefenderDavid Goldar
32DefenderM. Boukamir
19DefenderJ. Silva
26MidfielderI. Šunjić
88MidfielderPêpê Rodrigues7.1
11MidfielderJajá
30MidfielderV. Dragomir
8MidfielderDomingos Quina
33ForwardAnderson Silva6.83G
AEL5-3-2
1GoalkeeperVictor Braga
2DefenderC. Frantzis7.31G
4DefenderFacundo Costantini
34DefenderÁ. Kecskés
5DefenderD. Ouedraogo
42DefenderK. Neofitou6.8
21MidfielderE. Toku
29MidfielderM. Mellado
66MidfielderR. Mamas
33ForwardA. Makris6.63G
22ForwardD. Lesovoy

Match Summary

Pafos defeated AEL 4:0. The match was played in 1. Division 2024. Goals were scored by Anderson Silva 26′, Jajá 54′, Anderson Silva 72′, Léo Natel 85′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Pafos had 56% possession while AEL held 44%. Pafos had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for AEL. Expected goals: Pafos 2.49 — AEL 0.65. Pafos made 5 substitutions, AEL made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

Pafos vs AEL Head to Head Results

17 stretnutí
Pafos
12
wins
Drawn
0
AEL
5
wins
Total goals
39 · 2.3/match
Both scored
6/17 · 35%
Over 2.5
7/17 · 41%

Recent Form

Pafos

LDWDDW

AEL

DLLWLW

Match Prediction

Pafos

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

AEL

10%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Pafos

60%Form40%
46%Attack54%
67%Defence33%
100%Head-to-head0%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026