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Panathinaikos learns potential Conference League opponent
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Panathinaikos learns potential Conference League opponent

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Panathinaikos has learned its potential opponent in the third qualifying round of the Conference League.
  • The Greek team must first overcome Paksi in the second qualifying round, with the first leg on July 23.
  • If Panathinaikos advances, they will face the winner of the Spartak Trnava vs. CSKA 1948 match.

Greek football club Panathinaikos is one step closer to learning its potential opponent in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. The club has been informed of the possible matchups should they advance past their current challenge.

Before looking ahead, Panathinaikos must first navigate the second qualifying round, where they are set to face Hungarian side Paksi. The first leg of this crucial tie is scheduled for July 23, with the return leg to follow. The team, managed by Rui Vitória, will be aiming to secure their progression to the next stage.

Should Panathinaikos successfully overcome Paksi, they will then enter the third qualifying round. Here, their opponent will be the winner of another second-round tie between Spartak Trnava of Slovakia and CSKA 1948 from Bulgaria. The matches for this third round are slated for August 6 and August 13.

The draw for the playoff round, which represents the final hurdle before the group stage, is scheduled for August 3. The playoff matches themselves will take place on August 20 and August 27, determining which teams will compete in the main tournament.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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