AEK Athens vs Panathinaikos Prediction 18 January 2026
🔊 In the Greek Super League, an exciting clash awaits as AEK take on Panathinaikos. This is the marquee fixture of Matchday 17. Both teams are in decent form and continue their battle for top positions in the standings. AEK hold third place, while Panathinaikos sit fifth. This match promises to be a true test for both sides, where tactical flexibility and team play could prove decisive.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 30 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:3. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Panathinaikos Athens):
- ball possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 18 vs 22;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams AEK Athens and Panathinaikos Athens:
- played 59 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 20, for the away team - 22, draws - 17;
- number of goals - 65 against 65;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.08, in the 2nd half - 1.12;
- average total goals in the match - 2.2.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
AEK Athens Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Cup tournament (home team - AEK Athens, away team - OFI). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here's the game statistics (AEK Athens vs OFI):
- ball possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 16 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 5.
AEK are showing strong form this season, currently sitting in third place thanks to a potent attack and solid defense. They average 1.69 goals scored and concede just 0.75 per match. The team have secured victories in eight of their last ten games, but have yet to win in the new year. Could this be the onset of a prolonged slump?
Match Results: AEK Athens
Panathinaikos Athens Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Cup tournament (home team - Panathinaikos Athens, away - Aris Thessaloniki). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:0.
Here are the match stats (Panathinaikos Athens vs Aris Thessaloniki):
- ball possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 5;
- fouls: 14 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
The "Greens" maintain their fifth position thanks to a versatile playing style that emphasizes quick counterattacks and set-piece opportunities. Over their last five matches, the team has secured four wins with just one loss. They boast an average scoring rate of 1.6 goals per game while maintaining strong defensive stats, conceding only one goal. However, Rafa Benitez's squad faces challenges on the road, as evidenced by two losses in their last five away fixtures.
Match Results: Panathinaikos Athens
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 59;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 22, draws - 17.
Statistics: AEK Athens vs Panathinaikos Athens
- matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 15;
- wins: 12 vs 7;
- win percentage: 75% vs 47%;
- losses: 2 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 8 vs 6;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
- Panathinaikos Athens won with a +1.5 handicap in 19 of last 21 games against AEK Athens (Super League).
- Panathinaikos Athens won with a +1.5 handicap in 19 of last 20 games (Super League).
- Panathinaikos Athens won with a +1.5 handicap in 15 of last 16 games.
- Panathinaikos Athens won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 away games (Super League).
- Panathinaikos Athens won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.1, the guests - 1.1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.2;
- both teams scored: overall - 27; at the home team's field - 11.
Statistics: AEK Athens vs Panathinaikos Athens
- average total in the tournament: 2.44 vs 2.73;
- average total goals scored: 1.69 vs 1.6;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.63 vs 0.87;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.06 vs 0.73;
- AEK Athens: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- Panathinaikos Athens: average total away in the tournament - 1.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.3 (home - 2.2) vs 1.7 (away - 1.33).
- AEK Athens have scored in 8 of last 9 games against Panathinaikos Athens (Super League).
- AEK Athens have scored in 14 of last 15 games.
- AEK Athens have scored in last 8 games (Super League).
- Panathinaikos Athens have conceded in 12 of last 13 away games (Super League).
Prediction on corners
AEK Athens: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.38; at home field - 6.13;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 6.4.
Panathinaikos Athens: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.2, away - 4.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; away - 5.67.
- Panathinaikos Athens have taken under 3.5 corners in last 5 away games against AEK Athens (Super League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 59;
- both teams scored all-time - 27 times;
- on the home team’s field - 11 times.
Statistics: AEK Athens vs Panathinaikos Athens
- number of matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 15;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 9;
- number of BTTS matches for AEK Athens at home - 2 (25%);
- number of BTTS matches for Panathinaikos Athens away - 3 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for AEK Athens at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Panathinaikos Athens away - 2 (67%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (16/111, 14.4%);
- AEK Athens at home most often finish matches: 1:0 (4/8, 50%);
- Panathinaikos Athens away most often play: 0:3 , 1:0 , 1:1 , 1:2 , 2:0 , 2:2 (1/6, 16.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.41% (odds 6)
1:0 - 10.57% (odds 6.5)
2:1 - 8.95% (odds 8.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and the outcome of their previous head-to-head, we anticipate a tense match filled with scoring opportunities. Despite Panathinaikos' struggles on the road, we believe the match will be evenly contested, as AEK are not in top shape at the start of the year. We expect both teams to find the back of the net, a trend seen in their last three encounters. Both Teams to Score (Yes) is our main bet.
Betting Tips: AEK Athens - Panathinaikos Athens
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