Greece has a 97% chance of securing a top 15 UEFA ranking, guaranteeing a fifth European competition spot for the 2026/27 season. This follows recent European wins for PAOK and Panathinaikos, and a draw for Olympiacos.
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Greek football clubs Olympiacos, PAOK, and Panathinaikos are facing critical European matches this week, with Greece currently holding the 14th spot in the UEFA rankings. These games are essential for improving their ranking and securing Greece's presence in future European competitions. As rivals Scotland, Switzerland, and others present challenges, the Greek teams must capitalize on their opportunities to close the gap and ensure success.
The FA and FSA are investigating reports of excessive policing, including tear gas use, against England fans before the Nations League match in Athens. Fans described chaotic scenes outside the Olympic Stadium, with complaints of being pushed and treated "like animals" by Greek authorities. The FSA is gathering witness accounts to raise the issue with UEFA, as frustrations mount over fan safety at international games.
England secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Greece in the UEFA Nations League, thanks to goals from Ollie Watkins, Curtis Jones, and an own goal by Odisseas Vlachodimos. The win moves England to the top of Group B2, with their promotion to League A now dependent on a win against the Republic of Ireland. Meanwhile, Greece’s hopes of finishing first in the group are nearly extinguished following the heavy loss in Athens.
A Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax in Amsterdam descended into violence following provocative actions by Israeli football fans, including racist chants and the destruction of Palestinian flags. This sparked international outrage and renewed calls for UEFA to address hate speech and violence within football fan groups. The incident highlighted the growing political divide surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict and the challenges faced by authorities in balancing free speech with public safety.
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UEFA has denied Greece's request to postpone their Nations League match against England following the tragic death of George Baldock. Despite Greece's appeal, the lack of available dates prevented a rescheduling. Both teams will honor Baldock's memory, wearing black armbands and observing a minute's silence before the match.
Botev Plovdiv faced a narrow 1-2 defeat against Panathinaikos in the second qualifying round of the Europa League, but the team remains hopeful for a comeback in the return leg. Despite goals from Yeremeyef and Bakasetas for Panathinaikos, Botev's Koroshets managed to score shortly after being substituted, keeping the dream alive for a pathway to face Ajax if they can turn around the tie.
The Women's National Football Team has made history by advancing to the play-offs for EURO 2025, as officially announced by UEFA. This marks the first time the team will participate in the play-offs of a major tournament, showcasing a significant achievement for women's football in the country.
A diplomatic row sparked by Turkish defender Merih Demiral's controversial goal celebration against Austria threatens to overshadow the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash between Turkey and the Netherlands.
Demiral's hand gesture, deemed nationalist and linked to an ultra-nationalist group by critics, earned him a two-match ban from UEFA for bringing the sport into disrepute. This decision ignited outrage from Turkish officials, who accused Germany, the host nation, of xenophobia, further escalating the situation. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, initially absent, will now attend the match in a show of support.
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