Cyprus Times

“You Hear Things Like That From Benítez and You’re Left At Least Foolish”

Published February 13, 2026, 12:09
“You Hear Things Like That From Benítez and You’re Left At Least Foolish”

Columnist Nikos Asimakopoulos criticizes the statements of Panathinaikos coach Fabrice Benítez after the team's 2-0 loss to PAOK. He believes Benítez’s references to the team’s competitiveness and the importance of a phase that would change the balance are absurd, given that Panathinaikos did not create substantial chances in the match. Asimakopoulos argues that Benítez either doesn’t understand the reality of the game or is mocking, something that has been happening for a long time.