Panathinaikos defender Tsapras sidelined by muscle injury

Panathinaikos defender Triantafyllos Tsapras is expected to be sidelined for approximately 20 days following a first-degree muscle strain in his calf. The injury was confirmed after the player underwent an MRI scan following discomfort experienced during the match against Hradec Kralove.

This injury leaves coach Jakob Nielsen with significant selection challenges for upcoming fixtures. Tsapras will miss the crucial rematch against Hradec Kralove in the Czech Republic, the Conference League playoffs, and the upcoming match against Levadiakos. The team may also have to consider tactical adjustments, such as returning to a three-center-back formation, to compensate for his absence and the uncertain availability of Davide Calandria.