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On February 21, 2026, Pafos hosts Anorthosis at Stelios Kyriakides Stadium in a crucial 1. Division match. With Pafos’s strong home record and recent form, the main lean favors a draw or Pafos win, complemented by under 2.5 goals. These predictions are based on recent team performances, head-to-head stats, and injury status.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
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25 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 49 | 24 | 25 | 48 | W D D W L |
| 9 |
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25 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 22 | 32 | -10 | 31 | W W D D W |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 25 | 15 | 3 | 7 |
| Home | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| Away | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48% | 40% | 12% |
| Home | 62% | 23% | 15% |
| Away | 33% | 58% | 8% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 25 | 7 | 10 | 8 |
| Home | 12 | 3 | 8 | 1 |
| Away | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36% | 24% | 40% |
| Home | 33% | 42% | 25% |
| Away | 38% | 8% | 54% |
Pafos enters this fixture at home with solid recent form, boasting dominant wins and sound defense. Anorthosis, meanwhile, has shown resilience on the road but also vulnerabilities. The fixture is anticipated to be tight, with betting angles favoring under 2.5 goals and a focus on double chance markets due to the competitive nature of this rivalry.
Pafos has a well-rested squad with key attackers and defenders available, bolstering their offensive and defensive stability. Anorthosis may introduce squad rotations but retains most of its regular starters, especially their experienced players. Injury reports indicate no significant absences, supporting both teams’ chances to play their usual style.
If Pafos scores first in the match, expect a cautious setup from Anorthosis and possibly a lower-scoring second half, given their recent defensive performances. If the game remains level at halftime, it's likely to stay tight, with strategic adjustments potentially leading to a late goal for Pafos, especially considering their recent strong home form. A late goal pattern by Pafos, as seen in previous encounters, suggests betting on either a draw or a Pafos win with a small goal margin could be profitable.
Both teams tend to emphasize disciplined, structured play, especially in midfield. Pafos’s possession-based approach complements their home advantage, while Anorthosis looks to capitalize on quick counters. The tactical approach suggests a match with fewer goal-scoring opportunities early on, but with potential late breakthroughs. The under 2.5 goals market reflects these tactical considerations.
See below all the main information for this match.
The best betting choice for this match is the Double Chance - Home/Draw, as Pafos’s recent home form and Anorthosis's defensive resilience make a draw or home win the most likely outcomes.
Betting on Under 2.5 Goals is recommended given the tight matchups and recent low-scoring encounters between these teams.
A good option is the Exact Score market, with odds favoring a 1:0 or 2:1 result, reflecting recent narrow wins and the defensive tendencies of both teams.