Pafos FC eliminated from Europa League after Salzburg comeback

Pafos FC was eliminated from the Europa League third qualifying round following a 3-3 draw against Red Bull Salzburg. Despite a strong first half where the Cypriot side took a 2-0 lead through goals from Lelé and Biel, they were unable to maintain their advantage.

Red Bull Salzburg secured their progression via a 16-minute comeback in the second half, driven by a hat-trick from Haris Tabaković. Combined with their 1-0 victory in the first leg, Salzburg advanced on aggregate, leaving Pafos to move into the UEFA Conference League play-offs.