Cyprus - Armenia

Ioannis Pittas remains the focal point for Cyprus as they prepare to host Armenia on 2 October 2026 for matchday 3 of the UEFA Nations League C Group 2. The forward is expected to spearhead an attacking setup alongside Loizos Loizou and Marcus Edwards, aiming to spark a revival after a difficult start to the campaign. Following a narrow 2-1 defeat against Montenegro and a goalless draw with Latvia, the hosts will look to tighten their defensive structure in the absence of the suspended Konstantinos Soteriou.

Armenia arrive at Neo GSP Stadium looking to bounce back from a 3-2 loss to Montenegro, a result that followed their impressive 2-0 victory over Latvia. With Eduard Spertsyan orchestrating the midfield, the visitors possess the creative spark to test the home side, though they must navigate this challenge without the suspended Artur Serobyan and injured defender Styopa Mkrtchyan. Their previous meetings have been high-scoring affairs, including a 2-2 draw in March 2023, suggesting this encounter could be equally open.