Panathinaikos and Aris to face off in Superbet Greek Cup

Panathinaikos hosts Aris on October 28, 2026, at 17:30 for the League Phase of the Superbet Greek Cup. Panathinaikos enters the match following a 1-0 league victory against Volos and holds a perfect record in the cup, having defeated Niki Volou 1-0 and Kifisia 2-0 without conceding a goal. Aris arrives in Athens with strong momentum, bolstered by three consecutive victories in the Super League.

Panathinaikos manager Jacob Nistrup has announced significant rotations to the starting lineup ahead of the upcoming derby against AEK. Key players Cyril Dessers, Stefan de Vrij, and Davide Calabria have been left out of the squad for rest, while Azzedine Ounahi remains unavailable due to a serious injury. Attackers such as Tetteh, Antino, and Levi Garcia are expected to feature. Aris is also preparing with specific tactical changes, aiming to maintain their competitive edge through a rotation of personnel.

This fixture represents a critical point in the group stage for both clubs as they seek to solidify their positions. The match is being closely monitored due to the current form of both sides and the strategic adjustments being made by the coaching staffs to balance cup ambitions with impending league challenges.