PAOK is set to host Volos NFC in a Greek Super League encounter on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Stadio Toumbas. PAOK, currently positioned higher in the league standings, aims to capitalize on their home advantage to secure a crucial victory. Volos, on the other hand, is striving to improve their recent form and climb out of the relegation zone.
In their most recent match, PAOK Thessaloniki lost. Panathinaikos defeated them 2-1 on the road at the Olympic Stadium in Athens. Andrija Zivkovic scored for the Double-Headed Eagle, who had two shots on goal and 47% possession.
The Volos have now lost consecutive games. This includes suffering a 4-2 loss against AEK Athens at home. Despite having only 30% of the ball, the Magnesia team managed four shots on goal, with Pedro Conde and Mark Koszta scoring.
When playing Volos, PAOK has won eight straight games. When visiting Panthessaliko Stadium, PAOK won 4-1 in the most recent meeting. Nine PAOK triumphs and one draw have occurred in the last ten head-to-head matches.
In their previous meeting on September 21, 2024, PAOK secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Volos at Panthessaliko Stadio. This result extended PAOK's dominant record against Volos, having won all of their last six encounters. Notably, PAOK has been undefeated at halftime in their 13 most recent encounters with Volos in the Super League.
PAOK's recent form has been inconsistent. They suffered a 2-1 defeat to Panathinaikos in their last league outing but secured a 3-0 victory against Atromitos in the preceding match. Their home performance has been strong, with four wins and two draws in their last ten games at Stadio Toumbas. However, they will be without Abdul Rahman Baba, who received a red card in the previous match.
Volos comes into this fixture following a 2-4 defeat to AEK Athens. With just one win in their last five Super League games, they are under pressure to improve their league standing. Their away form has shown some promise, with three wins in their previous five away games. However, their defensive vulnerabilities have been evident, conceding an average of 1.63 goals in their away league games.
Considering the historical dominance and current form, PAOK is favored to secure a victory in this encounter. Their attacking prowess and home advantage are likely to pose significant challenges for Volos. Additionally, given both teams' recent involvement in high-scoring matches, a game with over 2.5 goals is anticipated.
PAOK's offensive strength is evident, having scored 32 goals in 17 league matches this season. However, they will be without defender Abdul Rahman Baba, who received a red card in the previous match.
Volos has struggled defensively, conceding 30 goals in 17 matches. Their recent form includes only one win in the last five league games, placing them under pressure to secure points and move away from the relegation zone.
Given PAOK's historical dominance and current form, they are favored to secure a victory in this matchup. Additionally, considering both teams' recent involvement in high-scoring games, a match with over 2.5 goals is anticipated.
