Juventus vs Pafos Prediction 10.12.2025 | UEFA Champions League

Juventus’ respectable nine-match unbeaten streak across all competitions (W5, D3) came to an abrupt halt over the weekend, as the defending champions Napoli handed them a bruising 2–1 defeat in the south — a setback that simultaneously delivered a heavy blow to their title aspirations, widening the gap to the league leaders to a daunting eight points.

Prior to that stumble, the Old Lady had strung together a trio of victories, each forged in a different competition, highlighted by a hard-earned 3–2 thriller away at Bodo/Glimt — their first taste of success in this season’s UEFA Champions League campaign.

Yet six points from five UCL outings leave the Turin giants treading on precarious ground, currently stationed in a fragile 22nd position in the league phase. They will, however, take comfort from a commanding record at the Allianz Stadium, where no visitor has managed to overthrow them this season — five wins and five stalemates mark their undefeated fortress.

Head coach Luciano Spalletti faces notable personnel shortages, particularly in his rearguard, with first-choice defenders Bremer, Federico Gatti, and Daniele Rugani all sidelined through injury. Adding to Juve’s woes, star striker Dusan Vlahović remains a long-term absentee, with his adductor injury ruling him out until March 2026.

In their first-ever voyage into Europe’s elite club competition, Pafos have made it abundantly clear they did not arrive merely to make up the numbers. Instead, they have embraced the adventure with genuine ambition, staking a bold claim for one of the coveted top-24 positions that unlock the knockout rounds — a dream that, for now, remains tantalizingly within reach.

The lone blemish on their maiden Champions League campaign came in the form of a heavy, yet unsurprising, 5–1 setback against the powerhouse that is Bayern Munich. Beyond that ordeal, the Cypriot newcomers have held their own impressively, collecting a victory and three draws across the remaining four matches — including a spirited 2–2 stalemate at their island fortress last time out, where they halted Monaco’s momentum and lifted their tally to six points.

Occupying the final playoff berth with only three rounds left to navigate, Pafos know composure and tactical discipline will be essential as the pressure intensifies. Encouragingly, their recent form paints a vibrant picture: a commanding 4–0 demolition of Chloraka extended their unbeaten streak to seven matches, five of which they have won, adding further wind to their sails.

Manager Juan Carlos Carcedo will be forced to chart the remainder of the League Phase without Pedrão, who continues his recovery from knee surgery, while Ken Sema remains a significant doubt for Wednesday’s showdown with Monaco due to lingering discomfort that threatens to rule him out.