Panathinaikos intensifies preparations for the derby against Olympiacos

Panathinaikos is conducting intensive training sessions at their Koropi facilities ahead of the upcoming Stoiximan Super League 6th round derby against Olympiacos, scheduled for Sunday at the Karaiskakis Stadium. Head coach Jacob Neestrup has received positive news regarding player availability as the squad integrates members returning from international duties.

Key updates include the full recovery of Vicente Taborda, who has participated in two consecutive full-intensity training sessions and is confirmed for the match. Sotiris Kontouris has also progressed significantly, successfully completing nearly the entire training program. Following a rest day on Wednesday, the team welcomed back several international players, including Pellistri, Rastoder, Jagusic, Ounahi, Katris, and Salah-Eddine, who are beginning reintegration programs to prepare for the final tactical sessions before the match. Younger players such as Lavdas, Biniaris, Nebis, and Geitonas have also returned to the first-team environment after completing their obligations with national youth teams.

Neestrup will utilize the remaining days before the match to finalize the tactical plan, aiming to ensure all returning players reach the required rhythm for the highly anticipated clash against their historical rivals.