Match report
Pafos FC 1-1 Riga FC: match report
Pafos FC and Riga FC draw 1-1 in the UEFA Europa Conference League, with goals from Caio Ferreira and Biel.
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Pafos FC and Riga FC played to a 1-1 draw in the UEFA Europa Conference League on Thursday at Stelios Kyriakidis in Paphos.
Caio Ferreira opened the scoring for Riga FC in the 67th minute with an assist from S. Oulad M'Hand, making it 0-1.
Biel equalised for Pafos FC just nine minutes later in the 76th minute, assisted by K. Sema, bringing the score to 1-1.
Pafos FC had 51% possession compared to Riga FC's 49%. The expected goals were 1.5 for Pafos FC and 1.6 for Riga FC.
Pafos FC recorded 4 shots on target while Riga FC had 3. Pafos FC won 10 corners against Riga FC's 4.
Pafos FC committed 9 fouls, while Riga FC had 16. Pafos FC made 2 saves, and Riga FC made 3.
In terms of discipline, I. Sunjic and K. Sema received yellow cards for Pafos FC, while M. Tonisevs was booked for Riga FC.
Going into the game, Riga FC were in 21st place with 1 point from 1 match, while Pafos FC were in 32nd place with 0 points from 1 match.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Pafos FC vs Riga FC preview: form & prediction
Pafos FC will face Riga FC in the UEFA Europa Conference League on Thursday at 17:45 BST at the Stelios Kyriakidis Stadium in Paphos.
Pafos FC have had a mixed run recently, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. They drew 0-0 against Apoel Nicosia on Saturday, lost 3-1 to Atalanta on 15 October, and secured a 3-1 victory over Anorthosis on 11 October.
Riga FC are in excellent form, winning four of their last five games and drawing one. They won 2-1 against Super Nova on Saturday, drew 1-1 with Kairat Almaty on 15 October, and achieved a 2-0 win over Tukums on 10 October.
In the league table, Riga FC are currently in 22nd place with 1 point from 1 match, while Pafos FC sit in 32nd place with 0 points from 1 match.
Historically, Pafos FC and Riga FC have not faced each other in recent competitions, making this match a fresh encounter for both sides.
Pafos FC are the bookmakers' favourites for this match, suggesting they may have the edge despite their recent form.
Match Events
All events- 90'Maksims Tonisevs
- 88'S. Oulad M'Hand(Out: C. Saco)
- 87'Ken Sema
- 78'R. Aouani(Out: A. Cernomordijs)
- 76'Biel(1 - 1)(Assist: K. Sema)
- 71'Guga(Out: K. Sema)
- 67'Caio Ferreira(0 - 1)(Assist: S. Oulad M'Hand)
- 66'Reginaldo Ramires(Out: M. Badamosi)
Match Statistics
All stats- 51%Possession49%
- 1.50Expected Goals (xG)1.60
- 4Shots on Target3
- 10Corners4
- 9Fouls16
Prediction
Live win probability
Pafos FC 5%Draw 91%Riga FC 4%
The match will most likely result in a draw.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionUEFA Europa Conference League · League Stage 2
- VenueStelios Kyriakidis, Paphos · 10000
- RefereeBarbu, Marian
- ForecastClear night, 22.16°C
Last five games
Pafos FCDDLWL
Riga FCDWDWW
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 |  FC Nordsjaelland | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 20 |  Egnatia Rrogozhinë | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 21 | Riga FC | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 22 |  FK Crvena zvezda | 2 | -1 | 1 |
| 23 |  CSKA Sofia | 2 | -1 | 1 |
| 24 |  FK Jablonec | 2 | -1 | 1 |
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Pafos FC vs Riga FC: result, stats & highlights
Pafos FC and Riga FC finished 1-1 in the UEFA Europa Conference League (League Stage 2) at Stelios Kyriakidis. Played: (your local time).
Pafos FC are 27th in the table on 1 points; Riga FC are 21st on 2.
Recent form: Pafos FC DDLWL, Riga FC DWDWW.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.