Aris FC adjusts lineup for friendly due to multiple player absences

Aris FC coach Michalis Grigoriou has adjusted the team's starting lineup for the friendly match against Panthrakikos at the Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium. The changes come as the team faces significant player absences, forcing the Greek coach to make necessary adaptations. Goalkeeper Dioudis will start, protected by a defense comprising Fantiga and Kerkez on the flanks, with Fabiano and Jensen forming the central defensive pairing. In midfield, Ratsic and Ning will anchor the center, while Boussaiid will operate in a more advanced role behind the striker. Gare and Gianniotas will flank the attack, with Kantevere leading the line. The full starting XI is: Dioudis – Fantiga, Fabiano, Jensen, Kerkez – Ratsic, Ning – Gare, Boussaiid, Gianniotas – Kantevere. Several notable players are unavailable for Aris. Kouame, Moron, and Matar are sidelined with injuries, and their return is uncertain. Additionally, Palacios, Bassiro, Hongla, Mir, and Diop have not been deemed match-fit. Some of these players may be available for Saturday's friendly against Panserraikos, but the injured players face a more difficult road back to the field.