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Panathinaikos Defeats Aris 3-0, Advances to Cup Semifinals

Published January 14, 2026, 21:01
Panathinaikos Defeats Aris 3-0, Advances to Cup Semifinals

Panathinaikos defeated Aris 3-0 at the OAKA stadium in the Round of 16 of the Greek Cup, securing their place in the semifinals where they will face PAOK. A hat-trick from Tasos Bakasetas and a standout performance from Andreas Tetei led the Greens to victory. Panathinaikos started the match strongly, with high pressure and intensity, opening the score in the 16th minute. Goalkeeper Alban Lafont made crucial saves, keeping a clean sheet. Rafa Benitez opted for an unexpected 4-4-2 formation, while Manolo Jimenez remained faithful to his 4-2-3-1. This victory continues Panathinaikos' successful run in the Cup, echoing a similar outcome from 2010.