Panathinaikos Advance! UEL Qualification Sealed in Tense Draw!

Panathinaikos have secured their spot in the UEFA Europa League 2025-26 group stage after a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Samsunspor in the second leg of their playoff tie. The Greek side held their nerve away from home at the Samsun 19 Mayıs Stadium, building on their 2-1 victory from the first leg in Athens.

Samsunspor Push But Can't Break Through

Samsunspor threw everything they had at Panathinaikos, but the Greek defence stood firm. The Turkish side, playing in front of their passionate home crowd, created several chances but were unable to find the back of the net. Panathinaikos, known for their tactical discipline, effectively neutralized Samsunspor's attacking threats.

Goalless Stalemate Enough for Greeks

The match itself was a tense affair, with both teams battling fiercely for every ball. While Samsunspor dominated possession for periods, Panathinaikos looked dangerous on the counter-attack. Ultimately, neither side could break the deadlock, resulting in a 0-0 draw that sent Panathinaikos through to the group stage.

Key Moments and Playing XIs

The starting lineups for both teams reflected their intentions. Samsunspor opted for an attacking formation, while Panathinaikos looked to remain solid defensively and hit on the break. The game was filled with tactical fouls and physical duels.

• Our XI against Samsunspor: [See Panathinaikos FC Tweet]
• Takımımız, Panathinaikos FC karşısına bu 11'le çıkıyor: [See Samsunspor Tweet]

What's Next for Panathinaikos?

With qualification secured, Panathinaikos can now look forward to the UEFA Europa League group stage draw. They will be hoping for a favourable group that will allow them to progress further in the competition. The team and their fans will be celebrating this significant achievement.