PAOK qualifies for the Stoiximan Super Cup final after defeating Panathinaikos

On September 26, 2026, PAOK achieved a significant upset by defeating Panathinaikos 84-82 in the Stoiximan Super Cup semifinal held at the Andreas Papandreou indoor arena in Peristeri. The game was decided in the final moments when Cedi Osman scored a buzzer-beater three-pointer, securing his team's advancement to the tournament final.

PAOK dominated much of the match through superior tactical execution and rebounding, recording 38 rebounds compared to Panathinaikos's 29, with 17 offensive rebounds proving crucial. Key contributors included Cedi Osman, Nick Calathes, who provided six assists, and players Breen Tyree, Marcus Foster, Alexander, and Moore. Despite Panathinaikos briefly taking the lead late in the game following a basket by Sylvain Francisco, Osman's final shot ensured victory. This success marks a historic moment for the Thessaloniki club, as they seek their first Stoiximan Super Cup title.

PAOK now faces Olympiacos in the final scheduled for September 27 at 20:00. Olympiacos reached the final by defeating AEK in the other semifinal. This match represents a major opportunity for PAOK to claim a domestic title, having last won the Greek Cup in the 1998-99 season.