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PAOK Fans' Trip to Lyon Called Off After Tragedy

Published January 27, 2026, 19:19

The trip of PAOK fans to France for the Europa League match against Lyon was called off following the tragedy in Timisoara, where seven fans lost their lives. The decision was made due to the prevailing mourning and the inability to hold the match in a normal atmosphere. UEFA rejected PAOK's request to postpone the match, forcing the team to play despite the circumstances. The away stand at the "Groupama Stadium" will remain closed. The tragedy has plunged the team and fans into mourning, with football taking a backseat. All fans who had started their journey by road have returned to Greece.