Contest between Celta de Vigo vs PAOK is looking to be one of those affairs where momentum goes out the window. Kicking off
Celta de Vigo’s been all over the shop, their performances fluctuating from classy to questionable. Meanwhile, PAOK’s scrapping through a rough patch, their rearguard looking shaky.
Checking past meetings, it’s a mixed bag. Celta de Vigo’s enjoyed the upper hand lately, but the game’s got a nonexistent memory.
Personal take: Both outfits’ve got holes. Celta de Vigo’s engine room’s sputtering, while PAOK’s forwards needs a spark.
Across the UEFA Europa League, this matchup carries added significance. The competition’s battle for continental qualification means every point matters, and both sides know a statement win here could shift momentum in the standings. Recent form in the UEFA Europa League suggests neither outfit can afford lapses, making this tie even more intriguing.
That said, there’s a vibe about this one—who knows, it’s the game where someone steps up.
Bottom line: This isn't just another match—it's unmissable action with ramifications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.Celta de Vigo: Ionut Radu, Manuel Arroyo Fernandez, Carl Starfelt, Marcos Alonso, Javier Rueda, Damian Rodriguez, Ilaix Moriba, Oscar Mingueza, Iago Aspas, Borja Iglesias, Williot Swedberg
PAOK: Jiri Pavlenka, Joan Sastre, Alessandro Vogliacco, Ioannis Michailidis, Rahman Baba, Alessandro Bianco, Magomed Ozdoev, Kiril Despodov, Mady Camara, Ioannis Konstantelias, Giorgos Giakoumakis
Over the last meetings Celta de Vigo holds wins - 0, losses - 2 and draws - 3. PAOK on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: wins - 1, losses - 1 and draws - 3. Based on this data a conclusion can be made that PAOK at the moment is in better form, unlike Celta de Vigo.
Celta de Vigo: Elche CF – (Loss 2:1), Stuttgart – (Loss 2:1), Rayo Vallecano – (Draw 1:1), Girona – (Draw 1:1), Villarreal – (Draw 1:1).
PAOK: Asteras – (Draw 3:3), Maccabi Tel Aviv – (Draw 0:0), Panaitolikos – (Draw 0:0), Levadiakos – (Loss 4:1), OFI – (Win 1:2).