Dynamo Kyiv vs Pafos FC prediction 05.08.2025 | UEFA Champions League Qualifying
Dynamo Kyiv
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Pafos
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1.75
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3.68
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5.01
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- Competition: UEFA Champions League Qualifying
- Date: 05/08/2025
- KO: 19:00 UK / 20:00 CEST
- Venue: Arena Lublin, Lublin
The first-leg of a vital UEFA Champions League Qualifying contest takes place at Arena Lublin in Poland on Tuesday evening as Dynamo Kyiv takes on Pafos FC.
In the first-ever meeting of these sides, a place in the final round of UCL qualification is on the line as both sides look to establish an advantage ahead of next week's return contest in Cyprus.
Dynamo enter the ties as favourites against an opponent enjoying their first-ever campaign in the Champions League qualifiers.
Dynamo Kyiv team overview
Dynamo have been in fine form ahead of Tuesday'sChampions League qualifier. The Ukrainians eased to a 6:0 aggregate victory against Hamrun Spartans in the previous round, while they also edged to a 1:0 win against Veres Rivne in their latest league fixture.
The reigning Ukrainian champions enjoyed a stellar campaign last season, remaining unbeaten in 30 Premier League fixtures as they claimed their first domestic title since 2021.
Head coach Oleksandr Shovkovskyi is likely to name the same XI that started last week's win against Hamrun Spartans. Dynamo have no reported injury or suspension issues.
Last matches of Dynamo Kyiv
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Veres
0 : 1
Dynamo Kyiv
Premier League
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Dynamo Kyiv
3 : 0
Hamrun Spartans
Champions League
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Hamrun Spartans
0 : 3
Dynamo Kyiv
Champions League
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Dynamo Kyiv
1 : 3
Midtjylland
Club Friendlies
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Dynamo Kyiv
1 : 1
Kolos Kovalivka
Premier League
Dynamo Kyiv lineup
Goalkeeper
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35
R. Neshcheret
Defenders
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20
O. Karavayev
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40
K. Bilovar
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32
T. Mykhavko
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2
K. Vivcharenko
Midfielders
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8
O. Pikhalonok
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6
V. Brazhko
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10
M. Shaparenko
Forwards
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9
N. Voloshyn
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11
V. Vanat
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22
V. Kabaiev
Pafos FC team overview
Pafos make the trip to Poland in decent form, remaining unbeaten in their last three matches. The Cypriot champions secured their place in Tuesday's UCL tie with a 2:1 aggregate victory against Maccabi Tel-Avic.
Competing in European competition for only the third time in their history, and for the first time in the UCL, the Cypriots could struggle against a more experienced opponent this week.
Pafos travel to Poland with no confirmed injury issues or suspensions. Manager Juan Carlos Carcedo is expected to stick with the same side that
Last matches of Pafos
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Maccabi Tel Aviv
0 : 1
Pafos
Champions League
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Pafos
1 : 1
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Champions League
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Pafos
1 : 0
Leyton Orient
Club Friendlies
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AEK Larnaca
5 : 4
Pafos
Cyprus Cup
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APOEL FC
1 : 1
Pafos
1. Division
Pafos lineup
Goalkeeper
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93
N. Michael
Defenders
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7
Bruno
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23
D. Luckassen
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5
D. Goldar
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2
K. Pileas
Midfielders
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11
Jajá
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26
I. Šunjić
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88
Pêpê
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17
M. Oršić
Forwards
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30
V. Dragomir
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33
A. Silva
Prediction
Dynamo Kyiv have the form and the experience to build a first-leg advantage in their temporary home in Poland.
Considering their fine recent form, the hosts should prevail against a Pafos side with little experience at this level.
I'm backing the Ukrainians to claim victory at Lublin Arena.
Three Reasons Why Dynamo Kyiv are tipped to win
- Dynamo Kyiv won their last 3 matches
- Pafos FC lost 6 of their last 10 away matches (European competitions)
- Pafos FC failed to win 4 of their last 6 matches
Main prediction Dynamo Kyiv - Pafos
Dynamo Kyiv to win
Best Odds:
Megapari
1.75
