Pafos FC 1-0 Villarreal: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

The defining moment of the match came just after halftime when Derrick Luckassen scored for Pafos FC, assisted by Ken Sema. This goal, coming in the 46th minute, set the tone for the rest of the game and ultimately decided the outcome. Luckassen’s yellow card in the 70th minute added tension, but Pafos managed to maintain their lead.

Villarreal made several substitutions in an attempt to change the game’s flow, with five changes compared to Pafos’s four. However, despite these efforts, they couldn’t find the equaliser. The yellow cards for Renato Veiga and Pape Gueye in the latter stages of the match highlighted Villarreal’s frustration as they pushed for a goal that never came.

Pafos FC lined up in a 5-4-1 formation, with Neofytos Michail in goal and a solid backline featuring Bruno, Derrick Luckassen, David Luiz, David Goldar, and Ken Sema. The midfield was anchored by Ivan Sunjic and Pêpê, with Mislav Orsic and Domingos Quina providing support. Vlad Dragomir led the attack. This formation allowed Pafos to maintain a strong defensive structure while still posing a threat on the counter, which was evident in their ability to score the decisive goal and keep a clean sheet.

Villarreal opted for a 4-4-2 formation, with Luiz Júnior in goal and a defence consisting of Santiago Mouriño, Juan Foyth, Renato Veiga, and Sergi Cardona. The midfield was controlled by Nicolas Pépé, Pape Gueye, Dani Parejo, and Alberto Moleiro, with Ayoze Pérez and Georges Mikautadze up front. Despite their possession dominance, Villarreal struggled to break down Pafos’s defence, and their attacking lineup failed to convert their opportunities into goals.

Derrick Luckassen was named Man of the Match for his crucial role in Pafos FC’s victory. Scoring the only goal of the game in the 46th minute, assisted by Ken Sema, Luckassen proved to be the difference-maker. Despite receiving a yellow card later in the match, his defensive contributions were vital in maintaining Pafos’s clean sheet. His performance exemplified the determination and focus required to secure such an important win.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Villarreal (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Kairat (A)
• Loss: 1-5 vs FC Bayern München (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Olympiacos F.C. (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Crvena Zvezda (H)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Pafos FC (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Manchester City (H)

Currently in 20th position with 5 points, Pafos FC will face Monaco, who are in 19th place with 5 points, on November 26, 2025 at 17:45.

Currently in 32nd position with 1 point, Villarreal will play Espanyol on November 08, 2025 at 20:00.

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