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Paphos FC Faces Chelsea, Hoping for an Upset

Published January 21, 2026, 08:24
Paphos FC Faces Chelsea, Hoping for an Upset

Paphos FC will face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge for their seventh match in the Champions League group phase. Despite being the underdog, the team will strive for the best possible result, as Chelsea has been showing inconsistency in their performance. Paphos FC has already accumulated six points, defeating Villarreal and Kaisarat, and drawing with Monaco and Olympiacos, keeping them in contention for a place in the next round. The team faces challenges due to injuries and a recent defeat to Olympiacos, but they have the quality and belief to continue surprising. A draw in London would be a valuable result, as their final match will be played at home against the already eliminated Slavia Prague. Albert Theladas, the coach of Paphos FC, will lead the team in a European match for the first time and wants to make a positive impression. His team will be supported by more than 2,000 fans who will travel to London. Due to injuries, selecting the starting lineup is difficult, but the team is ready to give their best to achieve a positive outcome.