PAS Giannina football club developments

PAS Giannina secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Mega Alexandros Florinas. Following the match, Mega Alexandros coach Pantelis Tsilemanis described PAS Giannina as the “best team encountered in the championship so far.” Tsilemanis noted that while his team took an early lead, they struggled in the second half against the pressure applied by the winning side. He also expressed emotional support for PAS Giannina player Nikos Koliofukas regarding his sister’s health.

In preparation for a league match against AS Vatolakou Grevenon at Zosimides Stadium, coach Christos Raptis managed roster changes including the return of Ballas from suspension and Gogkos from injury, while Savvas Siatravanis remained sidelined with a muscle strain and Kafenzis was unavailable due to suspension. Goalkeepers Botsaris and Bandaveli were also noted as following individual training programs.

As the team prepares for a critical match in Naousa to close the gap with league leaders, roster updates indicate that Siatravanis and Gogkos have returned to regular training. The status of Ballas remains uncertain pending medical evaluation, while Kafenzis is expected to return following a two-match suspension. Additionally, the club expressed a sense of vindication after the KED removed referees Aslanidis and Karaisaridis from officiating lists due to alleged involvement in match manipulation cases.

PAS Giannina has since achieved its third consecutive victory, defeating FAS Naoussa 1-0 at the DAK Naoussa stadium. Ballas, appearing as a substitute, scored the decisive goal in the 51st minute with a header. The match featured high intensity with eight yellow cards and an injury to Naoussa player Kyriakidis, who required an ambulance. Following this win, PAS Giannina holds 11 points from six matches, placing them third in the Gamma Ethniki third group. The team wore black armbands during the match to honor former club president Kostas Glinavou.