# Panathinaikos EuroLeague title favorite > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/panathinaikos-euroleague-title-favorite > Updated: 2026-08-08T11:18:19.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. The EuroLeague’s first power ranking for the 2026/27 season listed Greek club Panathinaikos at the top, citing coach Željko Obradović’s leadership and a strong squad as reasons for being the early favorite to win the title. A few days later, Spanish sports daily Mundo Deportivo echoed this view, describing Panathinaikos’s new roster as a “fearsome five” capable of challenging the whole of Europe. The outlet highlighted key signings—including guard Silven Francisco and forward Gerson Jabusele—while noting the return of Obradović and the presence of established stars such as Kostas Sloukas and Nikola Nane. It also mentioned lingering injury concerns for Matias Lessor and Mustafa Fal, suggesting that full recovery would solidify Panathinaikos’s contention for all EuroLeague trophies. Together, the rankings and commentary portray Panathinaikos as the clear front‑runner heading into the season, with a blend of new talent and veteran experience underpinning its favored status. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-08: Panathinaikos B.C. praised as EuroLeague favorite by Mundo Deportivo Mundo Deportivo hails Panathinaikos B.C.'s revamped roster—led by coach Zeljko Obradovic and new signings Silven Francisco and Gerson Jabusele—as a top EuroLeague contender, while noting injury risks for Lessor 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/panathinaikos-bc-praised-as-euroleague-favorite-by-mundo-deportivo ### 2026-08-04: Panathinaikos tops EuroLeague 2026/27 power ranking EuroLeague’s 2026/27 power ranking puts Panathinaikos first, led by Željko Obradović, with Olympiacos second and Fenerbahçe third; Serbian clubs Zvezda and Partizan rank 10th and 13th. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/euroleague-202627-power-rankings-and-player-moves-set-the-stage --- Cite as: Panathinaikos EuroLeague title favorite. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/panathinaikos-euroleague-title-favorite