UEFA Europa League League Stage - 4
Malmo FF 0 - 1 FT Panathinaikos
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
41' Otto Rosengren
Manolis Siopis 43'
HT
↓ K. Swiderski ↑M. Pantovic 46'
Giannis Kotsiras 48'
Pedro Chirivella 56'
↓ M. Siopis ↑A. Gnezda Cerin 60'
65' ↓ E. Ekong ↑S. Soumah
65' ↓ K. Busuladzic ↑O. Berg
Tetê 78'
82' ↓ H. Bolin ↑S. Holmquist
↓ Tete ↑A. Bakasetas 82'
F. Djuricic 85'
88' Stefano Vecchia
90'+2 ↓ O. Rosengren ↑O. Lewicki
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Malmo FF
Goalkeepers
M. Ellborg 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
3
Saves
7.5
Rating
Defenders
J. Stryger 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
P. Jansson 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
A. Djuric 
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
84
Passes
4
Duels
Busanello 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
O. Rosengren
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
78
Passes
6
Duels
K. Busuladzic 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.3
Rating
A. Skogmar
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Forwards
E. Ekong 
GHOST
7
Actions
7
Actions
65
Minutes
6.2
Rating
S. Haksabanovic
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
47
Passes
14
Duels
H. Bolin 
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
BENCH
R. Olsen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Persson
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Karlsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Olsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Lewicki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Christiansen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Berg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Holmquist
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Palac
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Lundbergh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Karlsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Soumah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Panathinaikos
Goalkeepers
A. Lafont
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
G. Kotsiras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Palmer-Brown
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
A. Touba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Kyriakopoulos 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
P. Chirivella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Siopis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Tete
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
F. Djuricic 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
A. Zaroury
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
K. Swiderski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
B. Dragowski
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. I. Ingason
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Fikaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Mladenovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bakasetas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gnezda Cerin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Taborda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bregou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Pantovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Kotsaris
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +8
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -7
P: 4 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Đuričić's Late Dagger Silences Eleda Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. Despite dominating the ball, Malmö's lack of cutting edge was severely punished by a ruthless late smash-and-grab from Panathinaikos.
A False Sense of Control
The match at Eleda Stadium started with the hosts determined to end their wretched run of form. Malmö controlled possession early on, orchestrating the tempo and pushing the Greek visitors deep into their own half. The Balance of play heavily favored the Swedish side, as they racked up 57% of the ball and peppered the box with eight attempts from inside the area. Yet, for all their neat buildup, their finishing was woefully erratic, managing just two shots on target. At the back, Pontus Jansson put in an outstanding, man-of-the-match shift, anchoring the defence and sweeping up loose balls to keep the visitors frustrated during the tight opening exchanges.
The Greek Resistance
As the second half wore on, the Intensity shifted dramatically. Panathinaikos began to exploit the spaces left by a desperate Malmö side pushing for a crucial breakthrough. The visitors had their own golden opportunity from the spot, but Melker Ellborg produced a massive penalty save to keep the hosts breathing. That fleeting moment of heroism should have galvanized the home crowd, but instead, it only delayed the inevitable heartbreak. The Greek side kept probing, raising their physical game and committing dangerous numbers forward on the counter. The decisive blow finally arrived in the 85th minute. F. Djuricic found a pocket of space and unleashed a clinical strike, completely altering the complexion of a match that had felt destined for a grueling stalemate.
Play-Off Dreams and Elimination Realities
The aftermath of that late strike paints a stark, unforgiving picture for both clubs. For Panathinaikos, the high Stakes of this European night paid off handsomely. They climb to 20th in the table with 12 points, firmly entrenching themselves in the knockout play-off picture and extending a solid unbeaten run. Conversely, the final whistle brought painfully familiar despair for Malmö. Languishing down in 35th place with a solitary point and a dismal string of consecutive losses, their European campaign is effectively dead in the water. They lacked the sheer killer instinct to turn their xG of 1.42 into tangible rewards, ultimately falling victim to a classic, battle-hardened European away performance from a resilient Greek outfit.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by Filip Đuričić?
Extremely dramatic. His clinical 85th-minute strike broke a tense deadlock, completely stealing the momentum and securing all three points for Panathinaikos right at the death.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
European Survival on the Line in Sweden
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 38/100. Malmo's dwindling Europa League knockout hopes hinge on stopping a clinical Panathinaikos side at Eleda Stadium.
The Setup
The Europa League format is unforgiving, and Malmo FF are finding that out the hard way. Sitting 35th in the 36-team table with just a single point, the Swedish side must start winning immediately to reach that crucial top-24 playoff line. Their dismal Form rating reflects a brutal five-match losing streak across all competitions, and they have yet to register a home win in this continental campaign. On the flip side, Panathinaikos arrive on November 06, 2025, sitting comfortably in 20th place with 12 points. A strong Balance on the road has turned the Greeks into away specialists, winning half their travels recently. While the absolute Stakes might appear modest on a global scale, for these two clubs, European progression is everything.
Key Battle
The midfield engine room will dictate this clash. Oscar Lewicki must anchor the home side and disrupt the visitors' rhythm. His experience is vital, but he faces an off-the-charts Stars rating from the Greek attack. Anass Zaroury has been devastating in the final third, finding spaces that Malmo's leaky defence frequently leaves open. If Lewicki cannot cut the supply lines to Zaroury, the Swedish hosts will be overwhelmed.
Our Prediction
Expect Panathinaikos to control the tempo from the opening whistle. Malmo's desperation will leave them vulnerable to counter-attacks, and the visitors have the attacking quality to punish those gaps. Our take is a comfortable away victory, with the Greeks exploiting spaces behind the home defence to secure their playoff status.