AEK Larnaca secured an important 2-1 away victory against Pafos FC in a tightly contested Cypriot First Division match on January 26, 2026. This result saw AEK Larnaca come from behind to claim all three points, demonstrating their resilience and quality in a difficult away fixture. Pafos FC started the stronger of the two sides, taking a deserved lead in the first half through a well-taken chance. However, AEK Larnaca regrouped and equalized just before the interval, changing the complexion of the match. The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating opportunities, but it was AEK who found the winner with about fifteen minutes remaining, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from the hosts. The match had few clear-cut chances but was high on intensity, with the result having significant implications for the top-half of the league table. The win kept AEK Larnaca in the hunt for European qualification, while Pafos FC's inconsistent form continued. The AEK manager praised his team's second-half response, and the Pafos coach expressed frustration at his side's inability to hold onto a lead.