The upcoming match between Pafos and Kyiv's Dynamo in Cyprus is already being called one of the main intrigues of the third qualifying round of the Champions League. The Cypriots speak with respect about the history of the Ukrainian giant, acknowledging its strength and rich European experience. However, there is no fear in the Pafos camp — on the contrary, there is confidence and faith in their own strength. The fans believe that now is the time to prove that Cyprus is no longer just a resort on the football map of Europe, but a country capable of giving any opponent a fight. For Pafos fans, Dynamo is a formidable opponent, but by no means an insurmountable wall. They are convinced that with the passionate support of the stands, their team can make history and progress further, leaving the Ukrainians behind.
Photo: Pafos Press ServiceAndreas: We respect Dynamo, but we are not afraid. In Cyprus, any opponent will find it difficult. With our support, the team must win. The Ukrainians are not the kind of opponent that is impossible to beat.
Yiannis: Dynamo is a legend of European football, but it's time to show that the small Pafos can create a great miracle in the Champions League. To reach the group stage, we must win against such opponents.
Christos: We are not tourists on the field, we are warriors. And this time, all of Europe will see it. I know that the Ukrainians are already thinking about the next round as if they have beaten us, but the Israelis also underestimated Pafos.
Savvas: If we want to make history and play in the Champions League, we need to get past Dynamo. And we will do it. The Ukrainians were indeed a top club even at the European level, but now they have dropped to another level. Last season in the Europa League perfectly shows their level.
Petros: If our players run as fast as tourists to the beach loungers, victory is in our pocket. I watched the review of the match Dynamo — Hamrun. I can’t say that the Ukrainian game impressed me.
Limas: I watched their match against Hamrun. Yes, they are strong and punish mistakes in defense. But Cyprus is not Malta. We will fight to the end and show that Pafos deserves the Champions League.
Pafos: Dynamo is a name that commands respect. But we are not afraid of anyone. All the teams left in the qualifiers are approximately at the same level. We believe that this season we can write our name in history.
Kyrenia: We respect Dynamo. But it's time to understand: small clubs do not always play worse on the field. In Pafos, we know how to work miracles. I believe our city will witness a great triumph. Dynamo is in for a tough evening under the Cypriot sun.
Cyp: For us, this match is the opportunity of a lifetime. And we will take it. The Ukrainians are strong, but we have what it takes to surprise them. We shouldn’t be afraid — we should believe. Our footballers know what it means to play for Cyprus.
Andros77: We respect their history and achievements, but Dynamo is now a thing of the past in European football. All their successes were so long ago that most fans don’t even know why Dynamo was once respected. The future belongs to Pafos.
Giorgos: The Ukrainians are a serious opponent, but they are not stronger than Maccabi. We won’t let them just stroll through Cyprus. If we want to become great, we need to beat the great. Let’s start with Dynamo.
Christakis88: Dynamo will arrive without respect for our club, but will leave defeated. I believe this with all my heart. I am proud that our club has reached this stage. Now we need to prove that we are worthy of more.
Vangelis: Dynamo was once a giant. Now it’s just a name. For example, my son doesn’t even know what distinguishes Dynamo Kyiv from Dynamo Zagreb or Dynamo Bucharest. To him, all these clubs are of the same level.
Vic: We will not be afraid of a team that barely got past a club from Malta. We beat Maccabi in the last round. Why does anyone think Dynamo is stronger than the Israeli club?
Trasande: Clubs from Cyprus have already beaten Dynamo. We must repeat this and advance to the next round of the Champions League. The Kyivans have long lost their former glory. Pafos will remind them of that.
Sagridis: Bravo, Dynamo Kyiv! You beat a club from Malta and didn’t concede a single goal against them. This is a great achievement for you after last season. And now, welcome to real football.
