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Rare Achievement for AEK Athens, But No Coincidence

Published March 23, 2026, 14:23
Rare Achievement for AEK Athens, But No Coincidence

AEK Athens, under the guidance of coach Nikolic, is achieving a rare feat by excelling in both the league and European competitions, despite being a relatively new team coming off a difficult season. This success is not due to luck or circumstance, but to a healthy organizational structure and a well-designed sporting project. The team's owner chose the right people to lead the sporting plan (Marios Iliopoulos and Javier Ribalta), who in turn selected the coach and players based on a common philosophy. Ribalta's choice of Nikolic was crucial, and together they created a squad that meets the team's requirements. AEK has managed to exceed expectations and find themselves at the top of the Super League and in the Conference League quarter-finals, proving that systematic work and proper organization yield results. The team's journey, which began in July, is no coincidence, but the result of a conscious effort and a clear strategy.