Greek Cup draw live stream; AEK coach confident ahead of Champions League qualifier

The Greek Cup is set to unveil its League Phase draw through a live stream, offering fans a glimpse into the upcoming stage of the competition. Alongside this, the Stoiximan GBL is ushering in a new era for the Greek basketball league by introducing a Fantasy League in mid-September. This initiative aims to deepen fan involvement and provide a novel way to experience the league's action.

In football news, AEK's coach Marko Nikolić is focused on the crucial Champions League playoff second leg against Levski Sofia. Nikolić highlighted the team's remarkable European journey over the past year, noting that just twelve months ago, reaching this stage would have seemed improbable. He emphasized the team's strong desire and belief in their ability to qualify for the Champions League League Phase, describing it as a dream for any player.

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We want and deserve to enter the League Phase of the Champions League.

AEK goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha also spoke ahead of the match, echoing Nikolić's sentiments about the significance of reaching the League Phase. He stressed that participation in Europe's premier club competition is a long-held aspiration for the team. Meanwhile, there were updates regarding Aris Thessaloniki's season ticket sales and clarifications on ticket prices for an upcoming match following fan reactions.

In a unique crossover, the Lithuanian club Žalgiris has humorously proposed that actor Jason Sudeikis, known for his role as Ted Lasso, take the helm of their women's football team. The campaign playfully suggests Sudeikis could bring his signature motivational style to the club, drawing parallels to his beloved fictional character.

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A year ago, you would have said we were crazy – now we are one match away from the Champions League.