Early setback for Pafos
Pafos fell behind early because Takumi Minamino finished a sharp pass from Maghnes Akliouche. Anderson Silva struck the bar soon after when he unleashed a clever effort from distance.
Veteran’s header brings Pafos level
David Luiz powered in a fierce header from a precise Mislav Orsic corner. The 38-year-old celebrated his first goal in this tournament since his Chelsea days in 2017.
Monaco regain the lead
Folarin Balogun restored Monaco’s advantage after keeper Neofytos Michael gifted him the ball with a major mistake.
Late fortune saves Pafos
Pafos rescued a point late on when Ivan Sunjic hit the bar and the ball deflected in off Mohammed Salisu. Both clubs sit on one win, three draws and one defeat after five matches. Paul Pogba remained on the bench after returning at the weekend from over two years out following a doping ban and fitness problems.
