PAOK Saloniki vs AO Kavala Match Preview
PAOK were inspirational in their 2nd leg Round of 32 Europa League encounter (1-1) with CSKA Moscow last Tuesday, however failure to capitalize on numerous opportunities meant the Thessaloniki club dropped out of the competition 2-1 on aggregate. Makis Chavos’ side must now focus back on domestic matters, beginning with a crunch clash against Kavala this weekend.
This is a match with wide-ranging playoff implications. PAOK may be sure bets for 3rd place, but Kavala are currently 5th and are looking to extend their narrow lead for the last playoff spot. They did themselves no favors with last weekend’s uninspired 0-0 draw with last-placed Panserraikos. In the first half of the season, PAOK picked up a 1-0 win in Kavala, so now Henry Kaspersczak’s side will look to return the favor.