UEFA Europa League League Stage - 6
Panathinaikos 0 - 0 FT Plzen
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Václav Jemelka 11'
Václav Jemelka 32'
Václav Jemelka 32'
↓ D. Visinsky ↑S. Markovic 41'
↓ P. Adu ↑C. Souare 41'
HT
54' Ahmed Touba
56' Filip Đuričić
58' ↓ A. Touba ↑A. Bakasetas
58' ↓ M. Siopis ↑A. Gnezda Cerin
Florian Wiegele 64'
↓ T. Ladra ↑K. Spacil 66'
75' ↓ M. Pantovic ↑K. Swiderski
↓ R. Durosinmi ↑M. Vydra 75'
↓ M. Valenta ↑A. Zeljkovic 75'
Sampson Dweh 79'
84' Anass Zaroury
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Panathinaikos
Goalkeepers
A. Lafont 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
D. Calabria 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
S. I. Ingason 
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
88
Passes
13
Duels
E. Palmer-Brown 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
A. Touba 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Midfielders
P. Chirivella
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
67
Passes
6
Duels
M. Siopis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Tete
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
56
Passes
13
Duels
F. Djuricic 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
A. Zaroury
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
Forwards
M. Pantovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
BENCH
B. Dragowski 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
F. Mladenovic
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
G. Kotsiras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bakasetas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Gnezda Cerin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
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
K. Swiderski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Kotsaris
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Plzen
Goalkeepers
F. Wiegele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Memic 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
S. Dweh
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
V. Jemelka 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.6
Rating
M. Doski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
L. Cerv
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
M. Valenta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
75
Entry
T. Ladra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Forwards
D. Visinsky
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
41
Entry
R. Durosinmi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
75
Entry
P. Adu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
41
Entry
BENCH
M. Tvrdon
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Jedlicka
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Markovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Spacil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Souare
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Panos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zeljkovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Kabongo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Vydra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Bello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2026 | Panathinaikos | 2 - 2 | Plzen | UEFA Europa League | Spiros Louis Olympic Stadium |
| 12/11/2025 | Panathinaikos | 0 - 0 | Plzen | UEFA Europa League | Spiros Louis Olympic Stadium |
02/19/2026
12/11/2025
Panathinaikos Win
Plzen Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: -16
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
Ten-Man Plzen Defy Panathinaikos Siege in Athens
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. A relentless one-sided attacking barrage met an immovable defensive wall, ending in a goalless but exhausting stalemate.
Early Cageyness
The Stakes were high at the Spiros Louis Olympic Stadium as both sides looked to solidify their crucial spots in the Europa League playoff zone. The opening exchanges displayed a cagey, methodical Balance, with neither side willing to commit too many bodies forward early on. Panathinaikos probed the flanks cautiously, looking for openings, but Plzen remained remarkably compact. The visitors initially frustrated the Greek hosts, attempting to dictate a slow, deliberate tempo and disrupt any flowing attacking moves before they could materialize. The Greek supporters demanded an aggressive start, urging their men forward, yet the initial phase yielded precious few clear-cut opportunities as both midfields locked horns. It was a classic European chess match prioritizing defensive solidity over risk.
The Red Card Pivot
The entire complexion of the tie fractured dramatically in the 32nd minute. A reckless challenge saw Václav Jemelka shown a straight red card, instantly shifting the Intensity of the contest. Reduced to ten men, the Czech side immediately abandoned any lingering attacking ambition, retreating into a deep, resilient defensive block. Suddenly, the hosts had absolute tactical control. Anass Zaroury stepped up to pull the strings in midfield, orchestrating wave after wave of pressure. He delivered four key passes as the home side dominated possession with a staggering 71%, pinning the visitors back. The numerical advantage allowed the hosts to recycle the ball effortlessly, though they severely lacked a clinical edge inside the penalty area against the low block.
A Fruitless Siege
Despite a staggering 20-5 shot advantage and forcing nine corners to sustain the pressure, the hosts simply could not find the decisive breakthrough. Erik Palmer-Brown anchored the Greek defence perfectly on the halfway line, ensuring the visitors never threatened on the rare occasions they attempted a counter-attack. However, the true hero emerged between the posts for the away side. Florian Wiegele produced four crucial saves, absorbing the relentless final-third pressure and earning his team a gritty, hard-fought away point. The final whistle was greeted with contrasting emotions—relief from the traveling contingent and frustrated groans from the local faithful. This goalless stalemate keeps both sides securely positioned in the continental playoff spots.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Václav Jemelka impact the match?
Jemelka's 32nd-minute dismissal forced Plzen into a pure defensive block, allowing Panathinaikos to dominate possession (71%) and launch 20 shots without finding a breakthrough.
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.
Unbeaten Plzen Seek to Frustrate Panathinaikos
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 38/100. With both sides sitting inside the playoff qualification places, expect a cautious chess match where avoiding defeat takes priority over chasing glory.
The Setup
Under the lights at the Spiros Louis Olympic Stadium this December 11, the reality of the Europa League's new format takes centre stage. The Stakes might feel modest with both Panathinaikos (20th) and Plzen (14th) currently secure inside the top-24 playoff line, but knockout survival remains the ultimate prize. The visitors arrive sporting an unbeaten Form profile this European campaign, built on a rugged ability to grind out results. Meanwhile, the Greek hosts have struggled on their own patch, managing just one home win in four continental outings. With the visitors proving capable away specialists, Panathinaikos face a difficult puzzle to solve in their quest to climb the standings.
Key Battle
It is a classic striker versus goalkeeper duel that will dictate the tempo of this tie. Karol Świderski has been a revelation for the hosts, acting as a genuine focal point with four strikes already to his name. However, he faces a formidable obstacle in Martin Jedlička. The Plzen shot-stopper has been commanding his area exceptionally well, averaging over three saves a game and racking up crucial clean sheets to keep his side's unbeaten record intact. If Świderski finds a way past Jedlička, the hosts can take all three points.
Our Prediction
Plzen’s sheer stubbornness and Panathinaikos’s lack of home comforts point heavily toward a stalemate. The hosts will likely dominate possession, but the Czech side will absorb the pressure and look to leave Athens with exactly what they came for. We anticipate a low-scoring 1-1 draw that edges both clubs ever closer to the knockout phase.