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PAOK 2026: European Exit, Transfers & Derby Results

Overview

PAOK’s 2026 campaign is marked by significant shifts in European competition, squad composition, and domestic challenges. Following a 1-1 draw in the first leg, PAOK was eliminated from the UEFA Conference League after a 3-2 defeat against Brann in Norway. Despite second-half goals from Serif Didic and Christos Zafiris, a late penalty by Niklas Castro in the 86th minute resulted in a 4-3 aggregate loss. Manager Alessio Lisci criticized the officiating, stating, “It is not a penalty in any country in the world. We are furious with this.” This exit carries financial implications, as the club misses a 3.17 million euro participation prize, and has reportedly delayed the transfer of Ruben Sanchez.

In domestic play, PAOK’s preparations for the derby against Panathinaikos at the OAKA stadium ended in a 3-1 defeat. Andreas Tetey scored twice and Vicente Tambora added a header for Panathinaikos. The match was marked by disciplinary issues, including a 15th-minute red card for PAOK’s Arriz Eloustedo and a later dismissal for Panathinaikos’ Cyril Deser. The result left PAOK with its first defeat of the season and was overshadowed by controversy regarding VAR decisions, specifically a disputed penalty incident involving Serif Endiatyé that was not awarded.

To bolster the squad, the club has completed the loan signing of Diego Costa from Krasnodar. Regarding squad availability, PAOK will be without Despodov and the suspended Greg Taylor.

In basketball, infrastructure improvements continue at the PAOK Sports Arena and Dikefalos training center. The club has also reached an agreement with the PAOK Amateur Club regarding arena usage, and Eurocup has adjusted kickoff times for upcoming matches against Manresa and Balkan in early 2027. The 2026-27 season remains the final year of play at Toumba Stadium before new construction begins.

Entities

PAOK FC · PAOK · Anderlecht · RSC Anderlecht · Dimitris Giannoulis

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

Coverage disagrees

Sources make claims that cannot both be true. CLSTR reports the disagreement; it does not decide who is right.

"Defender Demetri Giannoulis has been signed and is eligible to play for PAOK."

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"PAOK are close to finalising the signing of left‑back Demetris Giannoulis."

One claim states Demetris Giannoulis has already been signed and is eligible to play, while the other states PAOK are still close to finalizing the signing.
"Giannis Konstantelias scored both goals for PAOK."

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"Opoku scored two goals" allaboutaris.gr · www.paixebala.gr · www.newsbomb.gr

One claim asserts Giannis Konstantelias scored both goals, while the other asserts Opoku scored two goals.

[DISPUTED] Opoku scored two goals allaboutaris.gr · www.paixebala.gr · www.newsbomb.gr
[DISPUTED] Giannis Konstantelias scored both goals for PAOK.
[DISPUTED] PAOK are close to finalising the signing of left‑back Demetris Giannoulis.
[DISPUTED] Defender Demetri Giannoulis has been signed and is eligible to play for PAOK.
[● 5 SOURCES] PAOK will host Anderlecht on 6 August 2026 at Toumba Stadium for the third qualifying round of the Europa League.
[● 3 SOURCES] PAOK offered symbolic gifts and handwritten notes from players to season‑ticket holders for the 2026‑27 season.
[● 3 SOURCES] The match will start at 20:45 and be broadcast live on OPEN TV and streamed on YouTube.
[● 3 SOURCES] PAOK have signed Tom Luse on a three‑year contract and he is eligible to play.
[● 3 SOURCES] The match is the first leg of the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League.
[● 3 SOURCES] Panetolikos defeated Levadiakos 2-0 allaboutaris.gr · www.paixebala.gr · www.newsbomb.gr

Timeline

7 days ago

[SPORTS] 56 sources
Panathinaikos defeats PAOK 3-1 in Super League derby
Panathinaikos defeated PAOK 3-1 in a major Super League derby at OAKA, led by two goals from Andreas Tetey amidst VAR controversy and multiple red cards.
16 days ago

[SPORTS] 40 sources
PAOK eliminated from Conference League after 3-2 loss to Brann
PAOK was eliminated from the UEFA Conference League after a 3-2 loss to Brann in Norway, ending their European campaign following a controversial late penalty.
21 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK BC advances arena renovations and Eurocup schedule updates
PAOK BC is renovating its training center and the PAOK Sports Arena, including new flooring and seating, while Eurocup schedule changes have set new kickoff times for upcoming matches.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
PAOK prepares for UEFA Conference League match against Brann
PAOK prepares for their UEFA Conference League Play-Off second leg against Brann in Norway. Taha Ali has returned to training, and ticket sales for the away section and 1st Category have been announced.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK prepares for Super League opener and European rematch
PAOK prepares for its Super League opener against Levadiakos and a crucial European rematch against Brann, amid news of Giannis Konstantelias joining Borussia Dortmund.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 25 sources
Anderlecht and PAOK face off in Europa League qualifying decider
Anderlecht hosts PAOK in a crucial Europa League qualifying second leg. After a 1-0 first-leg win, Anderlecht holds the advantage, while PAOK must overcome key absences, including Giannis Konstantelias.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 10 sources
PAOK FC manages stadium transitions and European competition preparations
PAOK FC is managing a busy period involving the sale of final Toumba Stadium season tickets, a new arena usage agreement for its basketball team, and preparations for a crucial Europa League match.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 15 sources
Greek clubs face critical UEFA qualification matches
Greek clubs Olympiacos, Panathinaikos, and PAOK face critical European qualification matches this week, with significant financial rewards at stake for advancing in UEFA competitions.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
PAOK prepares for Europa League rematch against Anderlecht
PAOK is preparing for a crucial Europa League rematch against Anderlecht, focusing on tactical improvements and finishing to overturn a 0-1 first-leg deficit.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Dimitris Giannoulis returns to PAOK
Dimitris Giannoulis has returned to PAOK after five and a half years, selecting the number 13 jersey and expressing his goal to play in the Champions League with the club.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 24 sources
PAOK lose 0-1 to Anderlecht in Europa League qualifier, face comeback in Brussels
PAOK fell 0‑1 to Anderlecht at Toumba, missing a penalty and having a goal disallowed. They must win the second leg in Brussels on 13 Aug to stay in the Europa League play‑offs.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 14 sources
Dimitris Giannoulis returns to PAOK on four‑year deal
Dimitris Giannoulis returns to PAOK on a €4 million deal, signing until 2029 with a €1 million‑plus salary, and is added to the Europa League squad.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 18 sources
PAOK seeks Europa League qualifying win over Anderlecht
PAOK host Anderlecht at Toumba on 6 Aug 2026 (20:45) in the Europa League third‑qualifying round, seeking a first‑leg edge; coach Lisi stresses a hard, balanced match, with Konstantelia and Zivkovic key, live‑b
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK FC Announces Deadline for 2026-27 Season Ticket Sales
PAOK FC reminded fans that 2026‑27 season tickets must be bought by 5 pm on 4 Aug, with single tickets for the Anderlecht match on 5 Aug.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
PAOK clinches Conference League qualification with Konstantelias brace
PAOK beat Dynamo Kyiv 2‑0 (5‑2 agg.) with Konstantelias scoring both goals, advancing to the next Conference League round.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 9 sources
PAOK celebrates unbeaten European home streak, unveils season‑ticket gifts and new stadium plans
PAOK extended its unbeaten European home run, secured Konstantinos Karetsas’ move to Dortmund, gave season‑ticket gifts, boosted its basketball roster, and launched geotechnical studies for a new stadium.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
PAOK clinches 4-2 win over Ferencváros but faces injury concerns ahead of Panathinaikos tie
PAOK beat Ferencváros 4-2 in the Conference League qualifier, but injuries to Salahi and Harasti raise doubts ahead of the second leg against Panathinaikos.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK thrashes Dynamo Kyiv 3-0 in Lublin as new coach Lisá unveils tactics
PAOK, under new coach Aleš Lisá, beat Dynamo Kyiv 3‑0 in Lublin, while PAOK Western added signings like Vasilis Pelkas for the EPS Pella season.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK sells 6,589 season tickets for 2026‑27 Greek Super League season
PAOK sold 6,589 season tickets for 2026‑27, covering all home matches and offering discounts, priority away tickets, VIP parking and hospitality benefits.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Greek football clubs PAOK and Kalamata launch 2026‑27 season ticket sales
PAOK released a promo video as 2026‑27 season ticket sales start tomorrow, while Kalamata FC unveiled ticket tiers from €1,000 VVIP to €150 for fans, with discounts for youth and disabled.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
PAOK Announces New Stadium Plan and Roster Build for 2026‑27 Season
PAOK advisor Andreas Papamimikos announced a strategic plan for the 2026‑27 season, including a permit for a new stadium at Toumba, construction slated for 2027, and targeted roster upgrades.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Zoan Sastre signs with APOEL after five years at PAOK
Spanish defender Zoan Sastre, after five years and a league title with PAOK, will move to Cyprus’ APOEL, with the clubs confirming the deal pending official announcement.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK signs Swedish winger Taha Ali to 2029 contract
Swedish winger Taha Ali joined Greek club PAOK on a three‑year deal until 2029 after arriving in Thessaloniki, adding to the club’s recent transfer activity.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
PAOK secures French midfielder Baptiste Santamaria on three‑year deal
PAOK signed French midfielder Baptiste Santamaria (contract to 2027, jersey 7) and Swedish winger Taha Ali, while defender Ariz Elustondo undergoes treatment ahead of Europa League qualifiers.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
PAOK football ends Netherlands pre‑season with 3‑2 loss to Twente
PAOK ended its Dutch pre‑season with a 3‑2 friendly defeat to Twente, highlighted by a late winning header and a defender injury, before returning home for Europa League prep.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
PAOK seals deals for French midfielder Baptiste Santamaria and Swedish forward Taha Ali
PAOK confirmed the signings of French midfielder Baptiste Santamaria on a contract to 2027 and Swedish forward Taha Ali from Malmö on a three‑year deal, both arriving in Thessaloniki this week.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
PAOK beats AEK Larnaca 3-2 in Netherlands friendly
PAOK beat AEK Larnaca 3‑2 in a Dutch friendly, with goals by Hatzidis, Jeremegeff and Taison, while coping with injuries to Sarri and Chalov ahead of Europa League qualifiers.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
PAOK Basketball Launches 2026‑27 Season Tickets and Reveals EuroCup Group D Opponents
PAOK unveiled 2026‑27 season tickets guaranteeing 20+ games and listed its EuroCup Group D opponents—Monaco, Bayern, Manresa, Ulm, Roma, Lietkabelis and Botvagorod.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
PAOK basketball club launches season ticket sales and pre‑season tour ahead of EuroCup
PAOK basketball opens ticket sales, joins a Serbian tournament, travels to Barcelona for the EuroCup draw and the US for NBA scouting, and wraps up Dutch pre‑season training ahead of July matches.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
PAOK beats Belgian side Beveren 4-1 in Dutch pre‑season friendly
PAOK defeated Belgian Beveren 4-1 in a Dutch friendly, with two goals from Zafeiris and a debut for coach Aleš Lis as the Greek club begins its season preparations.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
PAOK to face Belgian side Beveren in preseason friendly in Netherlands
PAOK trained in Zaltbommel, Netherlands, ahead of a 1 July friendly versus Belgian Beveren, broadcast live; several players followed individual programmes and new signing Arij Elustondo joined the camp.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 17 sources
PAOK sign Spanish defender Aritz Elustondo, boost offer for Greek left‑back Giannoulis and start preseason in the Dutch
PAOK signs defender Aritz Elustondo, lifts its offer for Giannoulis to €3.5 m, and begins preseason in Zaltbommel, Netherlands.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK confirms departure of Spanish defender Juan Sastre
PAOK ends its contract with Spanish defender Juan Sastre, who joined in 2022, made 119 appearances, helped win the 2023‑24 league, and posted an emotional farewell.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Arij Elustondo signs three‑year deal with Greek club PAOK
Arij Elustondo agrees to a three‑year contract with PAOK, joining the Greek side after his Real Sociedad deal ends, with negotiations led by coach Alesio Lisi.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK close to signing Spanish defender Ariz Elustondo
PAOK is near completing the signing of Spanish defender Ariz Elustondo, a versatile Real Sociedad veteran with La Liga and European experience.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
PAOK targets winger Liel Abada and forward Sæbjon Silnt
PAOK are negotiating for MLS winger Liel Abada and have also bid for Danish forward Sæbjon Silnt, with interest from other European clubs but no official offers yet.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
PAOK eyes Portuguese striker Luis Esteves and basketball targets Silnds, Birts
PAOK pursues Portuguese footballer Luis Esteves and basketball players Seivon Silnds and Canadian centre Kem Birts as part of its transfer plans.

Sources

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