Match Summary
AEK Athens FC defeated Volos NFC 3:0. The match was played in Super League 1 2023. Goals were scored by L. García 32′, L. García 51′ (pen.), N. Amrabat 73′. 7 yellow cards were shown. AEK Athens FC had 72% possession while Volos NFC held 28%. AEK Athens FC had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Volos NFC. AEK Athens FC made 5 substitutions, Volos NFC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Mijat Gaćinović 49′).
Match Events
Key match events between AEK Athens FC and Volos NFC — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: D. Szymański
Match Statistics
AEK Athens FC had 72% possession against Volos NFC's 28%. AEK Athens FC registered 15 shots (5 on target) while Volos NFC managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 12–22.
Lineups
AEK Athens FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Almeyda, while Volos NFC deployed a 4-4-2 under Ángel López.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AEK Athens FC is 6.88, compared to 6.73 for Volos NFC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AEK Athens FC's highest-rated starter is O. Pineda (7.40), while Volos NFC's best-rated player is M. Comba (6.80).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of AEK Athens FC have contributed 4 goals and 10 assists this season, led by O. Pineda (4G). Volos NFC's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Comba (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
AEK Athens FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Volos NFC's 4-man backline averaging 6.66. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
AEK Athens FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus Volos NFC's 4 rated 6.80. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
AEK Athens FC start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Volos NFC averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 49% for AEK Athens FC and —% for Volos NFC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
AEK Athens FC's starters have collected 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Volos NFC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of AEK Athens FC's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: S. Pilios (25), oldest: D. Vida (36)), while Volos NFC average 31.0 (youngest: G. Migas (31), oldest: G. Migas (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
AEK Athens FC's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 20 for Volos NFC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AEK Athens FC have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Volos NFC show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
AEK Athens FC
Volos NFC
Head to Head
AEK Athens FC and Volos NFC have met 2 times — AEK Athens FC won 1, Volos NFC won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. AEK Athens FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026