Panathinaikos vs Samsunspor - Europa League
Fixture Preview - 21 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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As Panathinaikos prepares to host Samsunspor in the Europa League, both teams come into the match with contrasting recent form. The Greek side has struggled, recording just one win in their last five outings (WDDDL), while Samsunspor has shown more resilience with two wins in the same period (LWWLD). This discrepancy in form could play a significant role, especially given that Panathinaikos will be keen to leverage their home advantage at Stadio Apóstolos Nikolaidis, where they have historically performed well. A key angle to consider is the teams' head-to-head record, which reveals a clear dominance for Panathinaikos, with one win and no draws in their last ten encounters. However, the low frequency of goals in these matchups—only one instance of over 2.5 goals—suggests that a tight contest is likely. With odds of 1.57 for a home win, the bookmakers favour Panathinaikos, but given their recent struggles, a cautious approach may be warranted. Expect a closely contested match, potentially leaning towards a low-scoring affair.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
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| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 21, 2025 |  Panathinaikos | 2–1 |  Samsunspor | Europa League |