Pafos FC players Joao Correia and David Luiz suffer injuries during cup match against AEL

During the first leg of the cup semi-final between AEL and Pafos on April 8, 2026, two Brazilian players for Pafos sustained injuries. Defender David Luiz reported discomfort and was forced to leave the field in the 73rd minute, being replaced by Mimovic. Joao Correia also picked up an injury during the same match. The team is currently awaiting medical assessments to determine the severity of both conditions. The medical staff is monitoring their progress closely to evaluate their availability. There is concern within the team regarding their potential absence in the second leg of the semi-final. The return leg is scheduled to take place on April 22, 2026.