Match Summary
Olympiakos Piraeus defeated PAOK 4:1. The match was played in Super League 1 2023. Goals were scored by Fran Navarro 29′, K. Despodov 39′, Daniel Podence 54′, A. El Kaabi 83′, A. El Kaabi 90′. 8 yellow cards were shown. PAOK had 52% possession while Olympiakos Piraeus held 48%. PAOK had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (7 on target) for Olympiakos Piraeus. PAOK made 5 substitutions, Olympiakos Piraeus made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between PAOK and Olympiakos Piraeus — 5 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Fortounis
assist: Daniel Podence
Match Statistics
PAOK had 52% possession against Olympiakos Piraeus's 48%. PAOK registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Olympiakos Piraeus managed 10 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 10–16.
Lineups
PAOK lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Lucescu, while Olympiakos Piraeus deployed a 4-3-3 under José Luis Mendilibar.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for PAOK is 7.02, compared to 7.02 for Olympiakos Piraeus. 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 T. Kędziora (7.18), while Olympiakos Piraeus's best-rated player is G. Biancone (7.18).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of PAOK have contributed 12 goals and 5 assists this season, led by M. Ozdoev (7G). Olympiakos Piraeus's starters account for 4 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Chiquinho (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
PAOK deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 on average, against Olympiakos Piraeus's 4-man backline averaging 7.16. 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 7.03, versus Olympiakos Piraeus's 3 rated 6.73. 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 3 for Olympiakos Piraeus 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 79% for Olympiakos Piraeus. 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 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Olympiakos Piraeus. 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 31.0 (youngest: K. Despodov (29), oldest: M. Ozdoev (33)), while Olympiakos Piraeus average 31.0 (youngest: G. Biancone (25), oldest: A. Paschalakis (36)). 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 13 for Olympiakos Piraeus. 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. Olympiakos Piraeus show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
PAOK and Olympiakos Piraeus have met 3 times — PAOK won 2, Olympiakos Piraeus won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. PAOK leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.67 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), 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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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026