Pafos FC is set to face a significant challenge as they host FC Bayern Munich in the second matchday of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 3 p.m. ET and will take place at the Alphamega Stadium in Kolossi, Cyprus. Broadcasts will be available on CBS Sports Network and various streaming platforms, including fuboTV, which offers a free trial.
The dynamic lineup for the Champions League sees notable teams competing across Europe. Besides the Pafos vs. Bayern game, other high-profile matches include Atletico Madrid against Eintracht Frankfurt and Olympique Marseille versus Ajax. Real Madrid makes history by traveling to Kazakhstan to face Kairat Almaty, illustrating the diversity and global reach of the Champions League.
Bayern Munich, ranked No. 2 in UEFA club standings, is heavily favored to win against Pafos, a newcomer ranked No. 91. The Bavarian giants are listed at -700 odds to win, setting a daunting task for Pafos FC as they aim to make a mark in their Champions League debut.
The Champions League continues to gather thrilling narratives and historic rivalries, such as the matchup between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, famously connected to “La Remontada” from 2017. Furthermore, notable figures in football like José Mourinho find their narratives intersecting with these stories as he returns to Stamford Bridge coaching Benfica.
In addition, the Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise made an impressive start in the competition by defeating PSV Eindhoven and now prepares to host Newcastle. These narratives are enhanced by Pafos, Qarabag, and Union, who will play in alternative stadiums due to UEFA standards, adding another layer of complexity to this season’s competition.
This matchday promises to deliver a series of exciting contests that showcase the rich history and future potential of European club football. As teams and fans alike look forward to these fixtures, the UEFA Champions League remains a beacon of competitive spirit and international camaraderie.