Pafos FC vs Salzburg Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/08/2026

Europa League · 3rd Qualifying Round

13 Aug 2026 Alphamega Stadium Louis Hecq

Pafos FC vs Salzburg – Best bets of the match

Bookmaker	1	X	2	Bonus info
Stake	3.05	3.20	2.04	View Odds
bc.game	2.94	3.40	2.20	View Odds

Our prediction

2: Salzburg to win

2.04 on Stake

· Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 13 Aug 2026 at 21:13 · Odds are subject to change

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Pafos FC, managed by Ricardo Sá Pinto, head into this Europa League third qualifying round clash at the Alphamega Stadium riding a wave of belief. Their stunning 4-0 extra-time demolition of Hajduk Split in the previous round, overturning a two-goal first-leg deficit, showcased remarkable resilience. Vlad Dragomir provided creativity with an assist while David Goldar proved dangerous from set-pieces. Notably, new winger Nicolas Moumi Ngamaleu is ineligible for this fixture.

Salzburg arrive in Cyprus under the guidance of new coach Danny Röhl, whose early impact has been emphatic. A commanding 7-1 cup victory followed by a hard-fought 1-0 Bundesliga win over Hartberg, sealed by a late Karim Konate goal, suggests a squad quickly absorbing Röhl's demanding 4-3-3 pressing system. The Austrian side, eager to reclaim a spot in the Europa League group stage after finishing third domestically last season, bring considerable continental pedigree to this first-ever meeting.

Salzburg's early-season form under Danny Röhl presents a compelling case for backing the away win at 2.04. A 7-1 cup demolition followed by a tight 1-0 Bundesliga victory over Hartberg, sealed by Karim Konate's late strike, suggests a side that can both dominate weaker opposition and grind out results. Their 4-3-3 pressing system should cause real problems for Pafos in transition.

Pafos are no pushovers, though. Their extraordinary 4-0 extra-time turnaround against Hajduk Split proved their resilience, with Vlad Dragomir and David Goldar providing attacking contributions from midfield and defence respectively. Sá Pinto's side average over 20 shots per game and accumulated 16 corners across those two legs, confirming they will engage rather than sit deep. The absence of winger Nicolas Moumi Ngamaleu, however, limits their creative options on the flanks.

The structural quality gap tilts this fixture towards Salzburg. Röhl's squad carries vastly superior European pedigree and a settled tactical identity just two competitive matches into the season. Pafos' direct, physical approach, reflected in five yellow cards over their last two outings, could lead to fouls in dangerous areas against technically sharp opponents. The recommended pick is a Salzburg away victory, with their pressing intensity and squad depth likely to prove decisive over 90 minutes.

Trends to Know about Pafos FC vs Salzburg

Salzburg scored eight goals in two openers
Pafos averaged over twenty shots per game
Salzburg's pressing 4-3-3 creates structural advantage

Form & Statistics: Pafos FC vs Salzburg

Pafos FC

Recent form

LWL

Wins1/3 (33%)

Draws0/3 (0%)

Losses2/3 (67%)

Season statistics (3)

2.5Total goals

46%Both teams score

1.6Goals scored

0.9Goals conceded

Salzburg

Recent form

Wins1/1 (100%)

Draws0/1 (0%)

Losses0/1 (0%)

Season statistics (1)

3.1Total goals

33%Both teams score

2.5Goals scored

0.6Goals conceded

Statistic	Pafos FC		Salzburg
Last 5 results	1W 2L	·	1W
Avg goals scored	1.6	·	2.5
Avg goals conceded	0.9	·	0.6
Under 2.5 (last 5)	2/3	·	1/1
H2H, last 1 meetings	0 Pafos FC · 0 Draws · 1 Salzburg