Chelsea – Paphos: UEFA Ordered Removal of Evagoras Pallikaridis Banner

Prior to the kickoff of the Chelsea – Paphos FC Champions League match, an issue arose regarding a banner displayed by Paphos fans. Stadium officials, acting on instructions from UEFA security, requested the removal of the banner, which depicted the Cypriot hero Evagoras Pallikaridis. This action caused concern and reactions from the supporters of the Cypriot team, who consider Pallikaridis a national hero. The matter was reported by Goal, without clarifying whether the banner was ultimately removed.