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Benitez Confident Ahead of AEK Clash

Published January 17, 2026, 13:13
Benitez Confident Ahead of AEK Clash

Rafa Benitez, the coach of Panathinaikos, expressed his confidence ahead of the upcoming derby against AEK. He emphasized that the recent victory over Aris has boosted the team's morale, but acknowledged that the match against AEK is of a different nature. Benitez highlighted the importance of avoiding individual errors, as happened in the first game, and the need to make the most of the players returning from injuries or other absences. He also referred to the team's demanding schedule until March, emphasizing that careful rotation planning will be necessary to keep the players in shape and meet their commitments in Greece and Europe.