PAOK's Taha Ali Returns to Training Ahead of Anderlecht Clash
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Taha Ali has returned to PAOK training, working individually as the team prepares for their Europa League second leg against Anderlecht.
- Ali suffered a shoulder dislocation in a previous match against Dynamo Kyiv.
- PAOK will travel to Brussels for the upcoming match against Anderlecht in the third qualifying round of the Europa League.
PAOK's Taha Ali has rejoined team training, focusing on individual drills as the club gears up for their crucial Europa League second leg against Anderlecht. The Swedish winger had been sidelined after sustaining a shoulder dislocation during an earlier match against Dynamo Kyiv, making his return a significant boost for the team.
The team is scheduled to depart for Brussels on Wednesday morning for the second leg of their Europa League third qualifying round tie. Ali's return to training, even on an individual program, signals progress in his recovery and offers a potential option for the PAOK squad as they face the Belgian side.
In addition to Ali, Kiril Despodov also trained individually, while Soualiho Meรฏtรฉ continues his rehabilitation program. The club shared a brief update on Ali's progress via social media, accompanied by a photo of the player with the caption "One step at a time."
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.