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ETHNIKOS ACHNAS VS PAFOS FC - CYPRUS: 1. DIVISION MATCH PREVIEW
CYPRUS: 1. DIVISION MATCH DETAILS: ETHNIKOS ACHNAS VS PAFOS FC
As Ethnikos Achnas prepare to host Pafos FC on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 under referee Chatzigeorgiou, this CYPRUS: 1. Division fixture promises an intriguing contest.
ETHNIKOS ACHNAS PREVIEW IN CYPRUS: 1. DIVISION
Ethnikos Achnas, currently 12th in the standings with 23 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 31 points. They've earned 19 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.
PAFOS FC PREVIEW IN CYPRUS: 1. DIVISION
Pafos FC, sitting 4th with 43 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 19 points from 11 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR ETHNIKOS ACHNAS VS PAFOS FC
Recent meetings between Ethnikos Achnas and Pafos FC have favored Pafos FC, with Ethnikos Achnas claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1).
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against APOEL, Ethnikos Achnas recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Their starting XI featured Flores, Andereggen, Cejas, Confais, Giousis, Lomotey, Machado, Neneco, Papageorgiou, Pechlivanis, Siverio. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.
Pafos FC's last outing came against AEL, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-1-4-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Gorter, Bruno, Silva, Luiz, Dragomir, Guessand, Ioannou, Jaja, Lele, Pepe, Sunjic. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.
Looking ahead, Ethnikos Achnas are expected to maintain their 3-5-2 structure, while Pafos FC are likely to counter with a 4-2-3-1 setup. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR ETHNIKOS ACHNAS VS PAFOS FC
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Ethnikos Achnas's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Pafos FC's games average 2.8 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.
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