Analysis The numbers behind the result
OFI's clinical edge decisive against dominant Hoffenheim
OFI's 2-0 victory was deserved despite Hoffenheim's overwhelming possession (67%) and shot volume (21 total shots to OFI's 9). The Greek side converted their limited chances with ruthless efficiency, scoring twice from just 3 shots on target. Aitor Cantalapiedra's 30th-minute opener (assisted by Kenan Kodro) and Georgios Kanellopoulos' 84th-minute strike (assisted by Borja González) proved decisive in a match where Hoffenheim's territorial dominance failed to translate into clear-cut chances.
Hoffenheim's 14 shots inside the box and 5 on target suggest they created promising positions, but OFI's defensive organisation forced them into less dangerous areas (11 shots off target). The German side's 8 corners to OFI's 4 further highlights their territorial advantage, yet they couldn't breach a disciplined back three. Key to the outcome was OFI goalkeeper Christogeorgos' 5 saves, repeatedly denying Hoffenheim when they did break through. The hosts' superior xG efficiency - scoring twice from an xG of just 0.87 compared to Hoffenheim's 1.43 - underscores their clinical edge in decisive moments.