Win against… everyone and everything him Panathinaikswho won 2-1 and upset him A man without fearin Peristeri, qualifying for the quarter-finals of this year’s Betsson Greek Cup.
The western suburbs team led the way with Van Weert just in the 7th minute, although she was lucky after Arao got a cross in the 29th minute.
To this, add without awarding a penalty against him, on Unai from Kaloskamis in the 25th minute, and Tsimenteridis and Papadopoulos “they closed their eyes” and entered Brosson out of his job in the 44th minute!
However, the “clover” first got the mental reserves to equalize with his first goal of the season Cerinin the delay of the first part, but also to do the complete reset with it Una to shape the final result, also by doing … well, in the 54th minute…
They will both say it again, in three days 7-9 Januaryat rematch of the “16” stage of the competition.
In the minds of the coaches:
THE A man without fear lined with system 4-2-3-1Koselef in goal and Moude, Tsakmaki, Brorson and Athanasiou four behind. Ouedtraogo and Karamanis were the two “cutters”, while Kaloskamis and vrakas fought on the ”wings” and Mihorl behind the initiated Van Weert.
THE Panathinaiks on the other hand, it also “came down” in formation 4-3-3Lodingin under the goalposts, and Kotsiras, Schenkefeld, Jedvai and Mladenovic were the four of the defense. With Maksimovic, Tserin and Bakasetas as the three in the back and Pelistri, Mancini and Ioannidis three in attack.
The game:
Panathinaikos took possession of the ball from the start, spread the ball patiently in some situations, and found opposite Atromitos willing to press high and “hit” with a direct transfer.
The “clover” had its first final, with Geremegev’s header just in the 2nd minute, to get the cool and 1-0 in favor of the home team, in their first chance…
As Mihorl shot with power, Lodingin did not save as he should, to keep the ball “alive” and Van Weert took the “rebound”, scoring in the 7th minute!
with the psychology in favor of Atromitos and many wrong decisions in the last third of the field, which did not allow them to threaten effectively, Panathinaikos “raised the gears” after the 20th minute.
To manage to get from that point on the way to create pressure on the area and equalize the conditions, mainly from his right side with Pelistri.
However, although Unai was brought down by Kaloskamis in the area in the 25th minute, Tsimenteridis and Papadopoulos did not show the offense and the penalty, “yellow” the first one instead!
At the same time, he was also unlucky, as four minutes after Cerin’s cross, Arao went in but saw the ball stop at the left post of Koselev’s goal!
The visitors should have gained a numerical advantage from the 44th minute but, instead of a red card for the brutal marking on Unai, Tsimenteridis only booked Brosson with a yellow…
Panathinaikos reached the equalizer – equal - in the second minute of stoppage time in the first half. On a nice counter-attack, unai went down the left to Mladenovic who produced a precise cross and Cerin headed in at the far post to make it 1-1!
The “greens” went into the replay
To make it 1-2 five minutes later, with a very beautiful goal, the result of perfect teamwork! As Pellistri comes off the right, he plays the “one-two” with Cerin, steps into the area and at the right moment turns to the advancing Unai who gives his team the lead team!
Many changes came after the two coaches on both sides, the pace of the game dropped fatally and we had to reach the 69th minute, for the next significant step.
Panathinaikos won a penalty in the 87th minute, with Papadopoulos calling Tsimenteridis to an onfield review and withdrawing his decision, leading to Tete’s aggressive foul to Ender.
Although the team from the western suburbs went to “steal” the tie in the 90th minute, but there was a decisive intervention from Maksimovic who headed Baku’s shot, keeping the score 1-2.
MVP: “Stamp” tonight with Azedin Unai in the “double” of Panathinaikos! The Moroccan midfielder had a hand in his team’s equalizing goal, but was also the one to score 1-2. At the same time, Unai also won a penalty, nonetheless of whether it was not awarded, and contributed to the good distribution of the ball …
the “whistle”: They did it… soaked Tsimenteridis and Papadopoulosa… they managed within half-time not to see the penalty on Unai and the dismissal of Brosson, with the referee from Kozani whistling a lot of reverse fouls.Had it not been for the visitors’ victory, the result would have undoubtedly been shaped. And he took back his own decision to award a penalty in the 87th minute, after a hint from the VAR…
The composition of the two teams:
fearless (Pablo Garcia): Koselef, Mundes, Tsakmakis, Brosson (46′ Stavropoulos), Athanasiou, Ouedraogo, Karamanis (61′ Ender), Kaloskamis (61′ Baku), Mihorl, Vrakas (46′ Warda), Van Weert (68′ Carlitos).
They stayed on the bench: Saltas, Pomoni, Jubitana, Tsandilas.
Panathinaikos (Rui Vitoria): Lothian. Kotsiras, Schenkefeld, Jedvai, mladenovic, Arao, Cerin (73′ maximovic), Unai (84′ Bakasetas), Pelistri (84′ Tete), Geremegev (72′ Ioannidis), Mancini (64′ Limnios).
They stayed on the bench: Dragovski, Fikai, Zeka, Dabizas.
Referee: Stavros Tsimenteridis (Kozanis).
4th referee: Dimitris Bekiaris (Corinth).
OUR: Yannis Papadopoulos (Macedonia).
AVAR: Kostas Katikos (Athens).
see here the match description from the match Center
What were the tactical adjustments made by Panathinaikos during their match against atromitos?
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Football Expert
Editor: Welcome to Time.news, where we dive deep into the world of sports. Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with renowned football expert, Dr. Elena kostas, who specializes in Greek football. Elena, thanks for joining us today!
Dr. kostas: Thank you for having me! It’s always a pleasure to discuss football, especially when it comes to thrilling matches like the recent Betsson Greek Cup showdown between Panathinaikos and Atromitos.
Editor: Absolutely! That match sure had its fair share of excitement. Panathinaikos managed to upset Atromitos 2-1, qualifying for the quarter-finals.What do you think were the key moments that led to Panathinaikos’s victory?
Dr. Kostas: One of the pivotal moments was definitely the equalizer scored by Cerin just before halftime. That goal shifted the momentum entirely. Until that point, Atromitos was on a high after Van Weert opened the scoring early on. It was crucial for Panathinaikos to regain their footing before the break.
Editor: Right, and speaking of Van Weert, he showcased quite a performance. Atromitos had the lead early on, but it seemed like they couldn’t capitalize on that advantage. What do you think held them back?
Dr. Kostas: A significant factor was their tactical setup. Atromitos lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, which was effective defensively, but they struggled to maintain possession and transition effectively into attack. The high pressing from Panathinaikos, who played a 4-3-3 system, put immense pressure on them, notably after the 20th minute. Atromitos had difficulty creating clear chances after taking the lead.
Editor: That’s an engaging analysis. Panathinaikos seemed to increase their intensity after the early setbacks. What changes did they make that helped them turn the match around?
Dr. Kostas: After the first 20 minutes, Panathinaikos adjusted their play by moving the ball quickly and focusing their attacks down the right with Pelistri.This created several opportunities and ultimately led to a more cohesive attacking play. Moreover,their midfield trio—Maksimovic,Tserin,and Bakasetas—began to exert more influence,which was crucial in controlling the game.
Editor: It also seems that officiating played a role in the match dynamics, particularly with missed penalties. What’s your take on the refereeing decisions made during the game?
Dr.Kostas: Refereeing in close matches can indeed change the outcome significantly. There were noticeable instances where atromitos coudl have been awarded a penalty, but those decisions did not go their way. This can demoralize a team and impact their play, as it did for Atromitos. Consistency in officiating is vital in maintaining the game’s integrity.
Editor: With the rematch looming on January 7-9, what tactics do you foresee each team employing to gain an edge?
Dr. Kostas: For panathinaikos, they’ll likely continue with their attacking momentum and try to exploit the weaknesses in Atromitos’ defense. Meanwhile, Atromitos will need to rethink their strategy—perhaps even reshuffle their formation to add more offensive firepower and look for ways to engage their wingers more effectively to create scoring chances.
Editor: Exciting times ahead for both teams! as a fan of football, what do you think this match tells us about the current state of Greek football?
Dr. Kostas: It highlights the competitive nature of the league. Teams like Panathinaikos, once dominant forces, are facing stiff competition from clubs like Atromitos, who are capable of surprising even the moast seasoned squads. It also emphasizes the importance of tactical adaptability, mental resilience, and the role of key players in crucial moments.
Editor: Well said! Thank you,Elena,for sharing your insights with us today. It’s been a pleasure discussing this thrilling matchup with you.
Dr.Kostas: Thank you! I always enjoy analyzing these games. Looking forward to the next match and the excitement it brings!
Editor: And to our viewers, stay tuned for further updates on Greek football and more intriguing analyses right here at Time.news.
