Apollon vs Pafos Prediction 29 May 2026

The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the 1st Division tournament (home team - Omonia Nicosia, away team - Apollon Limassol). The match concluded with a scoreline of 5:2.

Here's the game statistics (Apollon Limassol vs Omonia Nicosia):

• ball possession: 55% vs 45%;
• corner kicks: 4 vs 6;
• fouls: 13 vs 14;
• yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
• shots on target: 4 vs 8.

Apollon have shown a penchant for high-scoring encounters - they have both scored and conceded in six of their last seven home matches. Four wins and just one defeat in their previous five games at home highlight their confidence in front of their own fans, with an impressive average of 2.8 goals scored and just one conceded per match on their own turf.

However, when you look at the last ten games, the defensive numbers are less reassuring: Apollon have allowed an average of 1.9 goals per game, suggesting their back line struggles to contain opponents even as their attack thrives. It’s also worth noting that the Cyprus Cup final will be played on neutral ground in Nicosia. In the semi-finals, Apollon advanced past APOEL over two legs, with a crucial 4-2 home victory proving decisive. Portuguese winger Tomas was the standout performer that night, not only finding the net himself but also orchestrating attacks and creating space for his teammates with intelligent movement and precise passing.

The away team played their last official match on as part of the 1st Division tournament (home team - Pafos, away - APOEL Nikosia). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.

Here are the match stats (Pafos vs APOEL Nikosia):

• ball possession: 49% vs 51%;
• corner kicks: 5 vs 4;
• fouls: 12 vs 13;
• yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
• shots on target: 11 vs 3.

Pafos head into this crucial clash in somewhat inconsistent form-two wins, two defeats, and a draw in their last five outings. Still, they rarely lose over an extended run: just two defeats in their previous ten matches, alongside four victories and four draws. The side averages 1.7 goals scored per match, while their defence has proven more reliable than their opponents’, conceding just 1.3 goals per game over that same stretch.

In the Cyprus Cup, the visitors have also showcased disciplined football, blending defensive solidity with clinical finishing in attack. This balance gives them a real shot even against Apollon’s more dynamic frontline. In the previous round, Pafos saw off AEL Limassol twice-winning 2-1 away and 3-1 at home. Brazilian striker Jaja was the standout performer, netting both goals in the first leg and adding another in the return fixture. The question now is whether he can capitalise on the opportunities that are likely to come his way against Apollon’s unconvincing back line.