Match Summary
AEK Athens FC defeated Asteras Tripolis 4:2. The match was played in Super League 1 2023. Goals were scored by E. Zukanović 25′ (o.g.), E. Ponce 27′, E. Zukanović 43′ (o.g.), J. Bartolo 45′ (pen.), L. García 76′, J. Miritello 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. AEK Athens FC had 57% possession while Asteras Tripolis held 43%. AEK Athens FC had 23 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Asteras Tripolis. AEK Athens FC made 5 substitutions, Asteras Tripolis made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Pepe Castaño 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between AEK Athens FC and Asteras Tripolis — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: N. Eliasson
Own Goal
Penalty
assist: P. Mantalos
assist: Sito
Match Statistics
AEK Athens FC had 57% possession against Asteras Tripolis's 43%. AEK Athens FC registered 23 shots (7 on target) while Asteras Tripolis managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 10–17.
Lineups
AEK Athens FC lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under M. Almeyda, while Asteras Tripolis deployed a 4-2-3-1 under G. Douvikas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AEK Athens FC is 7.11, compared to 6.77 for Asteras Tripolis. 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 P. Mantalos (7.49), while Asteras Tripolis's best-rated player is J. Bartolo (6.98).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of AEK Athens FC have contributed 7 goals and 9 assists this season, led by O. Pineda (4G). Asteras Tripolis's starters account for 9 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by J. Bartolo (7G). 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 6.72 on average, against Asteras Tripolis's 4-man backline averaging 6.63. 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 4 midfielders averaging 7.45, versus Asteras Tripolis's 5 rated 6.82. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.83, compared to 1 for Asteras Tripolis 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 52% for AEK Athens FC and —% for Asteras Tripolis. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Asteras Tripolis. 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 28.8 (youngest: S. Pilios (25), oldest: P. Mantalos (34)), while Asteras Tripolis average 30.3 (youngest: Pepe Castaño (27), oldest: N. Kaltsas (35)). 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 18 league appearances each, versus 14 for Asteras Tripolis. 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. Asteras Tripolis show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
AEK Athens FC
Asteras Tripolis
Head to Head
AEK Athens FC and Asteras Tripolis have met 2 times — AEK Athens FC won 2, Asteras Tripolis won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. AEK Athens FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2026.
2
AEK Athens FC
0
Drawn
0
Asteras Tripolis
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026