PAOK 3–1 AEK, and Toumba got what it wanted
Two strikers, finally. PAOK beat AEK 3–1 at Toumba in the Greek Cup League Phase, a decisive step toward the top four and direct semi-final qualification (3). Simo Banza scored his third goal in a PAOK shirt in the win (7).
Soretire changed it off the bench
Sola Soretire came on in the 62nd minute and scored the 2–1. He completed 100% of his attacking actions after coming on (9). He is 22.
Michailidis is out until the November international break
Giannis Michailidis has a first-to-second degree strain. The MRI confirmed it, and his condition will be reassessed continuously (1). He signed his extension to 2030 and then got hurt in training the same day. He will be out until the next international break (2).
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Banza said thanks
"Grateful. Thank you for the support. PAME PAOKARA!" Banza wrote after the AEK game (7) (10). He also congratulated Michailidis on the renewal.
The win did not fix Lissi's problems
Alessio Lissi is still under pressure. There is debate about the two strikers, a change of playing model, and issues in the dressing room (5). Louce is another concern: the staff expected more, and his concentration and day-to-day presence worry the technical team (4).
Asteras Tripoli up next on Sunday
Asteras Tripoli visit on Sunday, November 1 at 18:00 CET. Then Olympiacos away on November 8. PAOK sit fifth on 15 points from 8 games, five points off the top. Form is W W L W L, and that last one was a 2–1 loss at OFI Crete on October 25.
