Panathinaikos welcomes back coach Zeljko Obradovic

Panathinaikos basketball announced the return of veteran coach Zeljko Obradovic, ending a 13‑year hiatus and heralding a new era for the Greek club. The news was greeted with optimism from players. French forward Mustapha Fal said the appointment gave him “a huge motivation” and pledged to make the fans proud while targeting a EuroLeague title. Veteran forward Vasilis Tolios expressed excitement to work with Obradovic, emphasizing health and the team’s collective goals for the upcoming season.

Both players highlighted the coach’s successful past with Panathinaikos, recalling the five European trophies he won there, and said his presence would boost the squad’s competitiveness in domestic and continental competition.