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Pantovic: If Panathinaikos Can't Win, Let AEK Take the Title
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Pantovic: If Panathinaikos Can't Win, Let AEK Take the Title

From Ta Nea · (21m ago) Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Panathinaikos forward Milos Pantovic expressed his wish for AEK to win the Greek Super League title if his own team cannot.
  • Pantovic cited the presence of Serbian players in AEK as a reason for his preference.
  • He also discussed his adaptation to Greece and his satisfaction with playing in the competitive Greek league.

In a candid interview with a Serbian podcast, Panathinaikos forward Milos Pantovic has stirred conversation by stating his preference for AEK to clinch the Greek Super League title should his own club falter. This unexpected endorsement, particularly from a player of a rival club, stems from a sense of camaraderie with the Serbian contingent within AEK's squad.

For the title race, honestly, if we can't win it, I'd like AEK to win it. Mainly because of the Serbs they have, as I know quite a few of these guys. If we can't, let it be them. I believe that's the most realistic scenario right now.

— Milos PantovicMilos Pantovic expressing his preference for AEK to win the Greek Super League title.

"Honestly, if we can't win it, I'd like AEK to win it," Pantovic remarked, explaining his sentiment by saying, "Mainly because of the Serbs they have, as I know quite a few of these guys. If we can't, let it be them. I believe that's the most realistic scenario right now."

As for me and my adaptation, I think everything is fine. Greece is quite similar to Serbia and generally to other Balkan countries, so I had no problem.

— Milos PantovicMilos Pantovic discussing his adaptation to Greece.

Beyond his title preferences, Pantovic shared his positive experience adapting to life in Greece. He noted the similarities between Greece and his native Serbia, as well as other Balkan countries, which eased his transition. He finds the Greek league competitive, with good players even in smaller teams, contributing to his overall satisfaction.

The league is interesting because even the smaller teams have good players. All teams want to be competitive. Generally, I am satisfied.

— Milos PantovicMilos Pantovic commenting on the competitiveness of the Greek league.

Pantovic also addressed the pressure associated with playing for Panathinaikos, one of Greece's biggest clubs, especially given the team's long drought without a league title. However, he views this pressure as a normal part of professional sports and thrives on the atmosphere of playing in front of packed stadiums. His commitment remains with Panathinaikos, aiming for the highest achievements as befits the club's stature.

Panathinaikos is one of the biggest clubs in Greece and, adding that it hasn't won a championship for many years, it's logical that there is pressure. But it doesn't exceed the limits of the normal and the athletic. Personally, I have no problem with that. On the contrary, I like playing in front of full stands and having this positive pressure. We are Panathinaikos and we must always aim as high as possible.

— Milos PantovicMilos Pantovic on the pressure of playing for Panathinaikos and his personal approach to it.
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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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