Match report
FCSB Stuns PAOK with Late Comeback in Europa League (1–2)
PAOK
1–2
FT
FCSB
Feb 13, 2025
In a thrilling encounter at the Kleanthis Melissis Stadium, PAOK took an early lead through A. Samatta but ultimately fell short as FCSB mounted a late comeback to secure a significant victory in their UEFA Europa League clash. The turning point came after Taison was sent off for arguing with the referee, reducing PAOK to ten men and allowing FCSB to take control.
Key Facts
- • Final score: PAOK 1–2 FCSB
- • A. Samatta scored for PAOK in the 21st minute
- • Taison received a red card in stoppage time, leaving PAOK with ten men
- • FCSB equalized through A. Gheorghita and secured victory with J. Dawa's goal
Lineups
PAOK
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 42 D. Kotarski (G)
- 19 Jonny (D)
- 16 T. Kędziora (D)
- 5 G. Michailidis (D)
- 21 A. Baba (D)
- 82 S. Meïté (M)
- 22 S. Schwab (M)
- 80 D. Pelkas (M)
- 7 G. Konstantelias (M)
- 11 Taison (M)
- 70 M. Samatta (F)
Substitutes
- 15 O. Colley
- 71 Brandon Thomas
- 77 K. Despodov
- 2 Mady Camara
- 27 M. Ozdoev
- 47 S. Shoretire
- 99 A. Tsiftsis
- 9 F. Chalov
- 23 Joan Sastre
- 14 A. Živković
- 54 K. Balomenos
- 25 K. Thymianis
FCSB
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 32 Ș. Târnovanu (G)
- 2 V. Crețu (D)
- 30 S. Ngezana (D)
- 17 M. Popescu (D)
- 33 R. Radunović (D)
- 21 V. Chiricheș (M)
- 8 A. Șut (M)
- 11 D. Miculescu (M)
- 31 J. Cisotti (M)
- 7 F. Tănase (M)
- 9 D. Bîrligea (F)
Substitutes
- 5 J. Dawa
- 77 A. Gheorghiță
- 18 M. Edjouma
- 42 B. Alhassan
- 15 M. Ștefănescu
- 25 A. Băluță
- 38 L. Zima
- 28 A. Pantea
- 1 M. Udrea
- 29 A. Musi
Timeline
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14' PAOK Card · Yellow CardD. Pelkas
Foul
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21' PAOK Goal · Normal GoalA. Samatta
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32' PAOK Card · Yellow CardTaison
Foul
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40' PAOK subst · Substitution 1Off: Ioannis Michailidis · On: O. Colley
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45'+4 PAOK Card · Red CardTaison
Argument
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45'+5 FCSB Card · Yellow CardSiyabonga Ngezana
Argument
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46' FCSB subst · Substitution 1Off: Siyabonga Ngezana · On: J. Dawa
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46' FCSB subst · Substitution 2Off: D. Miculescu · On: A. Gheorghita
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50' FCSB Goal · Normal GoalA. Gheorghita · Assist: F. Tanase
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51' FCSB Card · Yellow CardV. Chiriches
Foul
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52' FCSB Card · Yellow CardD. Birligea
Foul
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56' FCSB subst · Substitution 3Off: V. Chiriches · On: M. Edjouma
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60' FCSB Goal · Normal GoalJ. Dawa · Assist: R. Radunovic
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61' PAOK subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Samatta · On: Brandon Thomas
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61' PAOK subst · Substitution 3Off: D. Pelkas · On: K. Despodov
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65' FCSB Card · Yellow CardA. Gheorghita
Foul
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68' FCSB subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Birligea · On: B. Alhassan
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69' PAOK subst · Substitution 4Off: S. Schwab · On: M. Camara
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69' PAOK subst · Substitution 5Off: Soualiho Meïté · On: M. Ozdoev
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72' FCSB Card · Yellow CardR. Radunovic
Foul
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75' FCSB Card · Yellow CardM. Edjouma
Foul
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78' FCSB Card · Yellow CardA. Sut
Foul
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83' FCSB subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Cisotti · On: M. Stefanescu
Match Stats
| Stat | PAOK | FCSB |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 83% | 83% |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 5 | 13 |
| Corners | 1 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 432 | 469 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 7 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 5 |
| xG | 0.29 | 1.84 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 3 |
| Possession | 48% | 52% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 359 | 388 |
| Shots Inside Box | 3 | 9 |
| Saves | 2 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ PAOK took the lead early but Taison's red card changed the momentum, allowing FCSB to capitalize on their numerical advantage.
- ▸ FCSB equalized at 50 minutes and won the game with a goal from J. Dawa six minutes later, sealing the comeback.