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PAOK Eliminates Atromitos in Penalty Shootout to Reach Cup Quarterfinals

Published January 6, 2026, 21:06
PAOK Eliminates Atromitos in Penalty Shootout to Reach Cup Quarterfinals

PAOK advanced to the quarterfinals of the Greek Cup after a hard-fought 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Atromitos. The match ended 1-1 in regulation time, with Bakou opening the score for Atromitos in the 52nd minute and Zivkovic equalizing for PAOK in the 54th minute. In the penalty shootout, Monastirlis, PAOK's goalkeeper making his debut, proved to be the hero, saving the final penalty and securing the win for his team. PAOK will face Olympiacos in the next round. The game was characterized by chances for both teams, with PAOK taking the initiative for much of the match.