Panathinaikos reveals Conference League opponents for the 2026/27 season

Panathinaikos has finalized its opponents for the 2026/27 Conference League Phase following the official draw held on August 28, 2026. Managed by Jacob Neestrup, the team faces a challenging schedule including six matches. The Greek club is set to play away against Freiburg in Germany and host the English side Brighton at the OAKA stadium. Additionally, the team will compete against Borac Banja Luka at home, Kairat in Almaty, CSKA Sofia in Athens, and Nordsjaelland in Denmark.

The tournament schedule spans from October to December 2026, with matchdays occurring on October 15, October 22, November 5, November 26, December 10, and December 17. The club's participation follows its recent qualification path, with the management emphasizing the need for significant performance improvements to navigate a competitive European field. The draw presents a mix of high-profile opponents and theoretically more accessible matches for the team as they aim for progression in the competition.