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Bayern Munich will go head-to-head against Pafos FC in the Champions League on Tuesday night as they travel to Cyprus for their second round away fixture.
Pafos FC vs Bayern Munich – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: 30th September, Tuesday.
- Kick-off: 8pm BST.
- Venue: Alphamega Stadium, Kolossi.
Pafos FC Team News
Pafos will be without defender Bruno Felipe, who is serving a suspension after receiving two yellow cards in their opening match against Olympiacos. The Brazilian full-back was sent off in the 25th minute of their goalless draw in Greece, leaving his team to defend with ten men for over an hour.
Veteran defender David Luiz remains a doubt after undergoing an MRI examination following a muscle injury sustained during the Olympiacos match. The 38-year-old Brazilian was forced off after just 34 minutes but has since been declared fit by head coach Juan Carlos Carcedo. Former Chelsea, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain center-back Luiz joined the Cypriot champions in August to add experience and leadership to their historic European campaign.
The club’s attacking options remain strong with striker Anderson Silva continuing his impressive domestic form, having scored 17 goals last season.
Bayern Munich Team News
Vincent Kompany’s side still have the same injury concerns as last week, ahead of their trip to Cyprus. Alphonso Davies remains sidelined with a knee injury, while Hiroki Ito is out with a foot problem and Jamal Musiala continues his recovery from an ankle injury sustained earlier in the season. Josip Stanišić also remains unavailable due to a knee complaint, and Jonas Urbig is nursing a groin injury.
Harry Kane leads Bayern’s attack in remarkable form, having scored 15 goals in just eight appearances this season. The England captain reached his century of goals for the club in their recent 4-0 victory over Werder Bremen, becoming the fastest player to achieve this milestone in Bayern’s history. Max Eberl has hinted at potential contract extension talks with Kane, who has a deal running until 2027.
Luis Díaz has settled seamlessly into Bayern’s attacking system since his summer arrival from Liverpool, forming a deadly partnership with Kane and Michael Olise. The Colombian has been in excellent form lately and will be looking to continue that good run.
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Form
Pafos FC
Juan Carlos Carcedo’s team have enjoyed an exceptional start to their Champions League journey, holding Greek giants Olympiacos to a goalless draw despite playing with ten men for most of the match. This resilient performance has been followed by three consecutive domestic victories, including a 2-1 win over Olympiakos Nicosia at the weekend.
The Cypriot champions made history by becoming the first team from Cyprus to reach the Champions League league phase since APOEL Nicosia in 2017/18. They navigated through three qualifying rounds, defeating Maccabi Tel Aviv, Dynamo Kyiv and Red Star Belgrade to secure their place in Europe’s elite competition.
Currently sitting second in the Cypriot First Division with 12 points from four matches, Pafos are defending their first-ever league title won in 2024-25.
Bayern Munich
Vincent Kompany’s side have made a sensational start to the season with eight wins from eight matches across all competitions. The Bavarians top the Bundesliga table with a perfect record, having scored 22 goals and conceded just three in their opening five league matches.
Their Champions League campaign began with a convincing 3-1 victory over Chelsea at home. The German champions have continued their dominance with impressive displays, including their recent 4-0 triumph over Werder Bremen where Kane scored twice to reach his century milestone.
Bayern’s attacking trio of Kane, Díaz and Olise have been virtually unstoppable. Their fluid movement and understanding have made them one of Europe’s most feared attacking units.
Predicted Lineups
Pafos FC: Michael; Mimovic, Luckassen, Luiz, Correia; Sunjic, Goldar, Pepe; Jaja, Dimata, Dragomir
Bayern Munich: Neuer; Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Boey; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Gnabry, Diaz; Kane
How to watch Pafos FC vs Bayern Munich?
UK fans can watch the game on TNT Sports.
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