Prediction: Salzburg vs Pafos FC – Europa League – 06/08/2026
Preview
Salzburg will host Pafos FC in a Europa League match on Thursday, 06 August 2026, at 8pm British time. The Red Bulls have been in impressive form, winning four of their last five games, including a 7-1 thrashing of Oberwart in the Austrian Cup and a 5-0 victory over Energie Cottbus in a club friendly. They have also emerged victorious in their last two Austrian Bundesliga matches, defeating Hartberg 1-0 and winning 1-2 against İstanbul Başakşehir in a club friendly. Salzburg's only defeat in their last five games came in a club friendly against Gamba Osaka, where they lost 0-3.
Pafos FC, on the other hand, have had a mixed run of results, winning two of their last five games, including a 4-0 thrashing of Hajduk Split in the Europa League. However, they have also suffered defeats in their last three Europa League matches, losing 2-0 to Hajduk Split and drawing 0-0 with Jablonec. In club friendlies, Pafos FC were beaten 3-2 by Slovan Bratislava and 1-0 by Jagiellonia Białystok.
Salzburg
Fulltime Result
Pafos FC
home
51.47%
draw
23.18%
away
25.32%
Salzburg will host Pafos FC on August 6, 2026, in the Europa League. Our experts believe that Salzburg will emerge victorious, having a slight advantage due to their impressive form. They have won four of their last five games, including a 1-0 victory over Hartberg in the Austrian Bundesliga and a 7-1 thrashing of Oberwart in the Austrian Cup. Salzburg's recent performances have been impressive, and they will be looking to continue their winning streak.
Pafos FC, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results in their last five games. They have won one game, a 4-0 thrashing of Hajduk Split in the Europa League, but have also suffered two defeats, including a 2-0 loss to Hajduk Split in the same tournament. Their Club Friendlies results have been inconsistent, with a 3-2 loss to Slovan Bratislava and a 1-0 defeat to Jagiellonia Białystok. Pafos FC will need to improve their form if they are to stand a chance against Salzburg.
Our experts estimate that Salzburg have a 60% chance of winning, while Pafos FC have a 20% chance. The probability of a draw is estimated at 20%. Salzburg's recent victories have given them a boost in confidence, and they will be looking to continue their winning streak. Pafos FC, on the other hand, will need to regroup and focus if they are to cause an upset.
In terms of key players, there is no information available on any players being injured or missing the game. Both teams can count on all their players. As for rumors, there are none available at this time.
Overall, Salzburg look like the stronger team, and our experts believe that they will emerge victorious. However, Pafos FC cannot be ruled out, and they will need to put in a solid performance if they are to stand any chance. The match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to make a statement in the Europa League.
Salzburg
Both Teams To Score
Pafos FC
yes
54.01%
no
45.99%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Salzburg and Pafos FC. In the last five games, Salzburg scored a total of 7 goals, while Pafos FC found the net 3 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Salzburg
Over/Under
Pafos FC
Over 1.5
yes
76.41%
no
23.59%
Over 2.5
yes
53.21%
no
46.79%
Over 3.5
yes
31.11%
no
68.89%
Over 4.5
yes
18.55%
no
81.45%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Salzburg and Pafos FC. In the last five games, Salzburg scored a total of 24 goals, while Pafos FC scored 15 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Recent form
Salzburg
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4
Both score 33.33%
Goals scored 3
Goals conceded 1
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 09/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 15/07/2026
Club Friendlies 2 - 15/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 18/07/2026
Austrian Cup - 25/07/2026
Pafos FC
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.5
Both score 33.33%
Goals scored 1.33
Goals conceded 1.17
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
Club Friendlies 3 - 03/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 12/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 16/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
Europa League - 30/07/2026
Latest news and statistics from Salzburg
Red Bull Salzburg is gearing up for the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League against Pafos FC. The Austrian champions have been in impressive form lately, with a string of convincing victories in their friendly matches. Their 7-1 thrashing of Oberwart in the Austrian Cup and 5-0 demolition of Energie Cottbus in Club Friendlies 3 have showcased their attacking prowess, while their 1-2 loss to İstanbul Başakşehir in Club Friendlies 2 and 0-3 defeat to Gamba Osaka in Club Friendlies 3 have demonstrated their ability to learn from setbacks. Salzburg's recent results in the Austrian Bundesliga and Europa League have been equally impressive, with a 1-0 win over Hartberg and a strong performance in the Europa League. The team's manager, who has a reputation for developing young talent, has been working tirelessly to fine-tune his squad for the upcoming challenge. With their impressive recent form and the experience of their players, Red Bull Salzburg are looking like a force to be reckoned with in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League. As the team prepares to face Pafos FC, they will be looking to maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak. With their strong squad and the guidance of their experienced manager, Red Bull Salzburg are well-equipped to take on the challenge of the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League.Latest news and statistics from Pafos FC
Pafos FC will be facing Salzburg in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League. The Cypriot team has been in a mixed form lately, with two defeats and two draws in their last four games. Their most recent match was against Hajduk Split in the Europa League, where they suffered a 2-0 defeat. However, they were able to bounce back with a 4-0 win over Hajduk Split in the return leg. In their friendly matches, Pafos FC has been working on their tactics and team cohesion. Their 3-2 loss to Slovan Bratislava was a closely contested match, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. The team's 1-0 defeat to Jagiellonia Białystok was a tough pill to swallow, but they were able to hold Jablonec to a 0-0 draw, showing their defensive prowess. As Pafos FC prepares to face Salzburg, they will need to focus on their attacking game. Salzburg is a strong team with a solid defense, and Pafos FC will need to find ways to break through their lines. The Cypriot team's recent form has been inconsistent, but they have shown glimpses of brilliance in their friendly matches. In terms of news, there have been no recent updates on Pafos FC's squad or coaching staff. However, the team's management has been working hard to strengthen their squad and improve their chances of progressing in the Europa League. With a tough match against Salzburg ahead, Pafos FC will need to be at their best if they hope to secure a spot in the next round.Salzburg
latest line-ups
Pafos FC
Lineup
52.
Christian Zawieschitzky
18.
Nikolas Veratschnig
44.
Kévin Boma
47.
Valentin Zabransky
31.
Dominik Schmid
5.
Soumaïla Diabaté
32.
Abubakr Barry
23.
Damir Redzic
30.
Gaoussou Diakité
43.
Enrique Aguilar
11.
Yorbe Vertessen
Lineup
Radoslaw Majecki
99.
Bruno
7.
David Goldar
5.
David Luiz
4.
Nikolas Ioannou
14.
Domingos Quina
8.
Ivan Šunjić
26.
Guga
6.
Biel
20.
Lelê
18.
Jajá
11.
Bench
9.
Haris Tabakovic
13.
Frans Krätzig
14.
Maurits Kjærgaard
15.
Bartosz Mazurek
19.
Karim Konaté
21.
Tim Drexler
33.
Aboubacar Camara
39.
Leandro Morgalla
41.
Nikola Sarcevic
Bench
Samy Mmaee
3.
Ken Sema
12.
Vlad Dragomir
30.
Georgios Michael
42.
Murad Mammadov
47.
Alexandre Brito
50.
Michalis Papastylianou
71.
Kosmas Ioannou
72.
João Correia
77.
Christos Evzona
80.
Petros Petrou
82.
Pêpê
88.
Salzburg vs Pafos FC FAQ
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The game between Salzburg and Pafos FC will start at 18:00 Brasília time on 06/08/2026.
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We don't know who will win the duel between Salzburg and Pafos FC, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Salzburg can be a moderate risk choice.