Panathinaikos x Real Betis: where to watch live in the Europa League round of 16

Panathinaikos faces Real Betis this Thursday, March 12, at Olympiako Stadio Spyros Louis, in Atenas, in the first leg of the round of 16 of the UEFA Europa League 2025/26. The clash starts at 5:45 pm local time on Grécia. The Greek club is looking to advance in the competition after eliminating Viktoria Plzen on penalties in the previous phase. Real Betis, who finished in a high position in the league phase, arrive as favorites due to their experience in European knockout stages.

The two teams meet for the first time in official competitions. Panathinaikos counts on the home advantage to put pressure on from the start. Real Betis is betting on technical quality to control the game and seek a positive result away from home before the return in Sevilha.

Where to watch live

The live broadcast of the confrontation between Panathinaikos and Real Betis takes place on Paramount+ in several regions, including online streaming options. No Brasil, the match can be followed on platforms with UEFA rights Europa League. Verifique local channels or pay-per-view services to confirm availability.

Probable lineups

Panathinaikos should line up with Alban Lafont in goal, defense with Davide Calabria, Georgios Katris, Sverrir Ingi Ingason and other recent reinforcements. In midfield, figures like Alen Čerin and Manolis Siopis organize the plays. In attack, Anass Zaroury, Vicente Taborda and Andrews Tetteh lead the offensive options. Anastasios Bakasetas is suspended and does not play.

Real Betis has Álvaro Valles as the likely goalkeeper, with a defensive line formed by Aitor Ruibal, Diego Llorente, Natan and others. Álvaro Fidalgo and Marc Roca command the midfield, while Pablo Fornals, Antony, Cucho Hernández and Abde Ezzalzouli make up the offensive sector. Vários players are out due to injury or suspension, like Javier Hernández and others.

Absences and absences

Panathinaikos does not count against Anastasios Bakasetas due to suspension. Outros names like Ahmed Touba and Erik Palmer-Brown are also unavailable.

Real Betis faces a significant decline with Cyriel Dessers out, in addition to Pedro Chirivella, Tin Jedvaj and Renato Sanches injured or suspended. Essas absences affect attack and defense options.

Results of the last five games

Panathinaikos is coming off a convincing 4-1 victory over Levadiakos in the Greek league. Antes, beat OFI 4-1 at home. Empatou with Aris and advanced in Europa League against Plzen on penalties after an aggregate draw. The team shows good offensive momentum.

Real Betis lost 2-0 to Getafe in the last match for Campeonato Espanhol. Antes, had mixed results in the league, but maintained consistency in Europa League during the group stage. The team is looking to recover in the continental tournament.

Curiosities and history

This is the first confrontation between Panathinaikos and Real Betis. Panathinaikos plays at home with the support of the fans at the Olympic stadium. Real Betis has a tradition in European competitions and seeks to repeat good recent campaigns.

Arbitration

The main referee is Szymon Marciniak, from Polônia, known for conducting important games at Europa.

Weather forecast

In Atenas, the day features mostly clear skies with temperatures between 6°C and 17°C at game time. Vento moderate and low chance of rain favor the spectacle in the open field.

Panathinaikos bets on defensive solidity and quick counterattacks to surprise. Real Betis prioritizes ball possession and quick transitions with its technical players. The result of the first leg defines favoritism for the return leg.

Tickets

Tickets for the game at Olympiako Stadio Spyros Louis were sold mainly by local fans, with sectors aimed at the general public and visitors.

Predictions indicate a balanced game, with the possibility of few goals due to absences on both sides and the importance of the knockout match.