Analysis The numbers behind the result
Panathinaikos edge Paks despite own goal setback
The result slightly favoured Panathinaikos, who managed to overcome an own goal to secure a 2-1 victory. The Greek side dominated possession (60%) and created more dangerous opportunities, evidenced by their 13 shots inside the box compared to Paks' 10. Despite Paks' higher total shots (14 to 17), Panathinaikos were more accurate with 5 on target versus Paks' 2, reflecting their superior shot quality.
The game turned in the 56th minute when Santino Andino capitalised on an assist from Andreas Tetteh to cancel out Gabor Vas' 41st-minute own goal. Paks responded through Dániel Bode in the 71st minute, assisted by Krisztián Horváth, but couldn't find an equaliser. Panathinaikos' higher pass accuracy (80% vs 71%) and more efficient shot conversion ultimately proved decisive, with the key stat being their 5 shots on target from just 17 attempts – a clinical edge in a tight contest.