Bayern Munich are definitely the clear favourites to steamroll past Pafos, who are no match for the quality of the Bavarian giants. So, we expect a comfortable win for Bayern
Match info: UEFA Champions League
Venue: Alphamega Stadium, Limassol District
Date: Tuesday, 30th September 2025
Time: 8 pm Nigerian time
In what could be the biggest mismatch of the second round of Champions League fixtures, Pafos FC will welcome giants Bayern Munich to Alphamega Stadium on Tuesday.
The hosts held Olympiacos to a 0-0 stalemate on September 17 in their first league phase game of the Champions League, whereas Bayern beat Chelsea 3-1 on the same date.
Head-to-head:
- Both teams have never faced each other in any competition before.
- Pafos FC are making their debut in the UEFA Champions League league phase this season.
- Bayern Munich are one of the most decorated clubs in European football, with six Champions League titles to their name.
- The two teams have had very different starts to their respective 2025–26 Champions League campaigns. Bayern began with a dominant 3-1 home win against Chelsea, while Pafos secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw away to Olympiacos.
Form:
- Pafos in the UCL: D
- Pafos in all competitions: L-D-W-W-W
- Bayern Munich in the UCL: D
- Bayern Munich in all competitions: W-W-W-W-W
Team News:
- Pafos have problems of their own as several players are unavailable. Alexandre Brito joins Wilmer Odefalk, Athanasios Papadoudis, and Pedrão on the ineligible list, while, Bruno serves a suspension after his red card in the last Champions League match.
- Bayern Munich have a list of absentees that could affect their squad. Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies, Jonas Urbig, and Josip Stanišić.
Player(s) to watch:
- Jajá is the one Pafos FC will look to as a vital figure against Bayern Munich, with the winger’s pace and sharp counter-attacks offering a clear outlet. He carries the responsibility of stretching the German defence. His direct style could provide Pafos with their best chance to trouble such a dominant opponent.
- Harry Kane stands at the centre of Bayern Munich’s plans against Pafos FC, and his sharp finishing with clever link-up play makes him the clear danger. Bayern rely on collective strength, but Kane’s presence in the box creates constant pressure. His influence could shape the rhythm of the contest.