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AEK Athens Conference League preparations

Entities: Maurizio Kamoranaz · Petros Ioannou · Andreas Paraskevas · Beitar Jerusalem · AEK Athens

Overview

In late July 2026, Greek side AEK Athens began the season under Italian coach Maurizio Kamoranaz (previously noted as Mauro Camorani), unveiling the squad on the club’s 32‑year anniversary and targeting a positive start in the UEFA Conference League second‑qualifying round against Beitar Jerusalem.

After a 3‑0 friendly win over Atalanta U23 on Italian soil, coach Michalis Grigoriou highlighted the tactical lessons gained, the experiment with two line‑ups and the impact of new signings such as Palasi, while stressing careful injury management.

Ahead of the decisive second leg in Jerusalem, Kamoranaz announced a lineup overhaul. A Dutch centre‑back’s injury opened a contest among defenders Samprort, Ekpolo and Adoni. Goalkeeper Muftit was deemed not ready, prompting the reinstatement of backup Andreas Paraskevas, and cleared defender Petros Ioannou rejoined training. The coach underscored the need to improve defensive midfield and attacking intensity to overturn the first‑leg deficit and stay in the competition.

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Michalis Grigoriou praises AEK's 3-0 friendly win over Atalanta U23

    AEK beat Atalanta U23 3-0 in Italy; coach Michalis Grigoriou praised the players' response, tactical work, and new signings while stressing injury‑free preparation ahead of the cup and league.

  2. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AEK eyes lineup overhaul for decisive Conference League second leg versus Beitar Jerusalem

    AEK prepares major lineup changes, including new defenders and a backup goalkeeper, for the crucial Conference League second leg against Beitar Jerusalem.

  3. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    AEK Athens prepares for crucial Conference League tie vs Beitar Jerusalem

    AEK Athens, under new coach Mauro Camorani, readies for a decisive Conference League qualifier against Beitar Jerusalem on 23 July, hoping a win will boost its European campaign.

Sources

balla.com.cy · gazzetta.gr · gipedo.politis.com.cy · goal.philenews.com · metrosport.gr · sport-fm.com.cy · tanea.gr

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