UEFA Europa League League Stage - 1
PAOK 0 - 0 FT Maccabi Tel Aviv
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
24' Jonjoe Kenny
Issouf Sissokho 37'
Dor Peretz 37'
HT
Mohamed Camara 65'
66' ↓ M. Ozdoev ↑M. Camara
66' ↓ Taison ↑K. Despodov
72' ↓ G. Giakoumakis ↑F. Chalov
↓ O. Davida ↑H. Varela 73'
↓ I. Sissokho ↑I. Noy 73'
86' ↓ G. Konstantelias ↑L. Ivanusec
↓ S. Jehezkel ↑E. Madmon 89'
↓ K. Andrade ↑I. Shahar 90'+2
Kristijan Belić 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
PAOK
Goalkeepers
J. Pavlenka 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
J. Kenny 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
T. Kedziora 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
G. Michailidis 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. R. Baba
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
S. Meite
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Ozdoev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
A. Zivkovic
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
G. Konstantelias
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Taison
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
G. Giakoumakis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
BENCH
D. Monastirlis 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Tsiftsis
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Vogliacco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Lovren
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sastre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Camara
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Bianco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Chalov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Ivanusec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Chatsidis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Despodov 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
2%
Pass Acc
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Goalkeepers
R. Mishpati
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Midfielders
I. Sissokho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
K. Belic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Davida
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
K. Andrade
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Jehezkel
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Forwards
D. Peretz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Y. Gerafi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
O. Melika
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Heitor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Gropper
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Ben Harush
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Lederman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Noy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Shahar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Malede
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Madmon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Varela
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Abu Farhi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
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
Goalkeeping Masterclass Denies PAOK at Toumba
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 20/100. A relentless barrage of shots hit a brick wall as heroic defending and VAR interventions forced a breathless goalless draw in Greece.
The Early Siege
The atmosphere inside Toumba Stadium was electric from the very first minute. PAOK immediately stamped their authority on the contest, eager to reward their vocal supporters. They controlled possession with a solid 55 percent share, dictating the tempo across the midfield. The hosts pinned Maccabi Tel Aviv deep into their own half, winning nine corners and applying massive set-piece pressure. The Stakes were enormous for the visitors, who desperately needed a lifeline after a dreadful run of form in European competition. Yet, despite facing a barrage of 18 shots, Maccabi refused to crumble. Tyrese Asante delivered an outstanding performance at the heart of the defence. He threw his body on the line, blocking passing lanes and frustrating the Greek side's relentless attacking waves.
The VAR Intervention
The Intensity went completely off the charts as the first half drew to a close. Just when the home side looked utterly dominant, a shocking twist silenced the crowd. In the 37th minute, a lightning-fast counter-attack saw Dor Peretz smash the ball into the net. Maccabi thought they had executed the perfect smash-and-grab. Celebrations erupted on the away bench. Then came the VAR review. The goal was wiped out, rescuing the hosts from a massive defensive collapse. That crucial intervention shifted the momentum back to the Greek side. However, Maccabi continued to look dangerous on the break. Jiří Pavlenka had to stay incredibly sharp. The goalkeeper commanded his area brilliantly, producing three vital saves to deny any further shock breakthroughs.
A Frustrating Stalemate
The second half developed into an agonizing war of attrition. A combined 27 shots flew toward goal throughout the match, turning the pitch into a chaotic battleground. The Balance of play favoured PAOK, but their finishing severely lacked a clinical edge. Whenever they did breach the backline, Maccabi’s Roei Mashpati was there to slam the door shut. The visiting keeper put on an absolute clinic, making four essential saves to keep his clean sheet intact. This hard-fought goalless draw leaves PAOK sitting 17th, clinging to their playoff ambitions but ruing missed opportunities. Maccabi finally stops their disastrous five-match losing streak, earning their very first point of the league stage. It is a vital morale boost, but they remain stranded near the bottom.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR cancelled a crucial 37th-minute strike from Dor Peretz, denying Maccabi Tel Aviv a shock lead and keeping the match deadlocked at a pivotal moment.
What made Jiří Pavlenka the Man of the Match?
Jiří Pavlenka earned his stellar rating by making three crucial saves, anchoring the PAOK defence and neutralizing Maccabi Tel Aviv's dangerous counter-attacking threats.
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.
PAOK Poised to Punish Reeling Maccabi
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 8/100. A rock-bottom Stakes rating reflects a mismatched tie where the visitors are merely fighting for pride rather than progression.
The Setup
The Europa League stage brings Maccabi Tel Aviv to Toumba Stadium on September 24, 2025. The visitors are enduring a nightmare European campaign. Rooted to 36th place with a lone point, their Form rating matches a disastrous five-game losing streak. PAOK sit comfortably in 17th, well within the top-24 playoff line. Our Stars rating indicates a lack of marquee household names, but the Greek side possesses enough firepower to dictate the narrative. The severe lack of Balance here points to a long, punishing night for the away side.
Key Battle
It comes down to Maccabi's brittle defensive unit, anchored by R. Revivo, desperately trying to survive the home side's attacking waves. With 22 goals already leaked, the visitors simply cannot protect their penalty area. Expect C. Zafeiris to exploit those massive structural gaps early and dictate the tempo from midfield.
Our Prediction
A straightforward 3-0 win for the hosts. Maccabi's confidence is completely shattered. The Greek outfit will control possession, press high, and secure three points to consolidate their playoff position.