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Pafos FC Spokesman on Chelsea Match, Upcoming Games and Transfers

Published January 23, 2026, 09:17
Pafos FC Spokesman on Chelsea Match, Upcoming Games and Transfers

Pafos FC spokesperson Christoforos Matthaiou commented on the recent match against Chelsea, expressing pride in the team's performance despite the defeat. He acknowledged the difficulty of playing against European giants but stressed the need for a reaction in the next match against AEK, where the team will aim for a victory for both points and psychological reasons. Regarding the squad, Joao Correia is the player furthest behind in his recovery, while the participation of David Luiz and David Goldar is doubtful and will depend on their condition until Sunday. Matthaiou mentioned the overwhelming reception David Luiz received from Chelsea fans, despite his inability to play. He also explained that the removal of the Evagoras banner was due to its size and not its content, as Chelsea had set specific restrictions on banner dimensions. He clarified that any banner exceeding those dimensions would have been removed. Regarding transfers, the spokesperson stated that developments are expected in the coming days, but nothing is advanced at the moment. He confirmed that there is interest in some of the team's players, but no official offers have been made. He emphasized that the team is open to discussions but will only proceed with beneficial transfers. Finally, he referred to the match against Slavia, expressing confidence that the team has a chance to compete for the win, despite the difficulties. He stated that the players will fight for the best possible result and try to exploit the opponent's weaknesses.