Match Summary
PAOK defeated Panathinaikos 3:2. The match was played in Super League 1 2023. Goals were scored by K. Despodov 2′, Bernard 29′, Brandon Thomas 37′, S. Schwab 89′ (pen.), Bernard 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Panathinaikos had 63% possession while PAOK held 37%. Panathinaikos had 18 shots (7 on target) compared to 13 (9 on target) for PAOK. Panathinaikos made 4 substitutions, PAOK made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Panathinaikos and PAOK — 5 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Murg
Penalty
assist: A. Jeremejeff
Match Statistics
Panathinaikos had 63% possession against PAOK's 37%. Panathinaikos registered 18 shots (7 on target) while PAOK managed 13 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 6–17.
Lineups
Panathinaikos lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under F. Terim, while PAOK deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Lucescu.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Panathinaikos is 6.54, compared to 7.15 for PAOK. 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. Panathinaikos's highest-rated starter is A. Bakasetas (7.05), while PAOK's best-rated player is Taison (7.24).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Panathinaikos have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Bakasetas (5G). PAOK's starters account for 9 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Taison (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Panathinaikos deploy 4 defenders rated 5.90 on average, against PAOK's 4-man backline averaging 7.18. 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
Panathinaikos field 4 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus PAOK's 5 rated 7.13. 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
Panathinaikos start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for PAOK 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 Panathinaikos and 81% for PAOK. 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
Panathinaikos's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for PAOK. 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 Panathinaikos's starting XI is 28.4 (youngest: G. Vagiannidis (24), oldest: G. Kotsiras (33)), while PAOK average 32.3 (youngest: K. Despodov (29), oldest: Taison (37)). 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
Panathinaikos's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 20 for PAOK. 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, Panathinaikos have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. PAOK show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Panathinaikos and PAOK have met 4 times — Panathinaikos won 1, PAOK won 3, 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 (2 for the home side, 6 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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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026