Overview
- Kick-off is 8pm GMT on Wednesday at Stamford Bridge, with live coverage on TNT Sports 3 and streaming via discovery+ in the UK.
- Chelsea sit 13th in the league phase and need points to avoid a two-legged play-off, having been far stronger at home in Europe this season.
- Head coach Liam Rosenior says a virus has affected players and staff; Enzo Fernández trained after illness with a decision due on his involvement, and defender Tosin Adarabioyo is out for weeks with a hamstring issue.
- Pafos are debutants in the competition but remain in contention after a win over Villarreal and draws with Monaco and Olympiacos, though their away record has been unproductive in front of goal.
- Former Chelsea defender David Luiz faces a late fitness test for Pafos, with the club’s press officer calling his potential absence a significant loss.