Panathinaikos secures victory against Aris in Greek Cup

Panathinaikos defeated Aris 2-1 on October 28, 2026, during the fourth matchday of the Superbet Greek Cup League Phase at the OAKA stadium. Despite manager Jacob Neestrup making ten changes to his starting lineup, the team maintained its competitive edge, securing their third consecutive win in the tournament.

The scoring opened in the 10th minute when Kontouris capitalized on an assist from Louza to give Panathinaikos the lead. Aris responded in the 65th minute with an equalizer from Kadewere. The match remained deadlocked until the 89th minute, when Elmin Rastoder scored a dramatic winning goal with an aerial backheel, securing all three points for the hosts.

Panathinaikos deployed a 4-3-3 formation, while Aris manager Michalis Grigoriou opted for a 4-2-3-1 setup. Both teams exhibited intense tactical play, with Aris forcing Panathinaikos to their limits throughout the encounter. This victory maintains the positive momentum for the Greens as they continue their campaign in the ongoing cup competition.