Match Summary
PAOK defeated Panathinaikos 2:1. The match was played in Super League 1 2023. Goals were scored by K. Despodov 43′, A. Bakasetas 51′ (pen.), K. Despodov 56′. 6 yellow cards were shown. PAOK had 39% possession while Panathinaikos held 61%. PAOK had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Panathinaikos. PAOK made 5 substitutions, Panathinaikos made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Konstantinos Koulierakis 40′), Penalty confirmed (Anastasios Bakasetas 49′).
Match Events
Key match events between PAOK and Panathinaikos — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Taison
Penalty
assist: Taison
Match Statistics
PAOK had 39% possession against Panathinaikos's 61%. PAOK registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Panathinaikos managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 11–15.
Lineups
PAOK lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Lucescu, while Panathinaikos deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Terim.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for PAOK is 7.06, compared to 6.56 for Panathinaikos. 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. PAOK's highest-rated starter is Taison (7.24), while Panathinaikos's best-rated player is A. Bakasetas (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of PAOK have contributed 18 goals and 11 assists this season, led by M. Ozdoev (7G). Panathinaikos's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by A. Bakasetas (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
PAOK deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 on average, against Panathinaikos's 4-man backline averaging 5.90. 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
PAOK field 5 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus Panathinaikos's 5 rated 6.83. 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
PAOK start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Panathinaikos 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 81% for PAOK and 81% for Panathinaikos. 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
PAOK's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Panathinaikos. 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 PAOK's starting XI is 32.2 (youngest: K. Despodov (29), oldest: Taison (37)), while Panathinaikos average 29.2 (youngest: G. Vagiannidis (24), oldest: G. Kotsiras (33)). 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
PAOK's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 8 for Panathinaikos. 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, PAOK have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Panathinaikos show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
PAOK and Panathinaikos have met 4 times — PAOK won 3, Panathinaikos won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. PAOK leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (6 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (25%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (25%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. PAOK are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026