Panserraikos secured a vital 2‑1 victory over Kifisia at the Sarri Stadium, thanks to Alexander Maskanakis spectacular 90+2 minute winner. The triumph ends a three‑month winless streak and revives the club’s fight for survival in the Stoiximan Super League, keeping them within striking distance of safety in the league standings.
Match Overview: Key Moments and Goal Timeline
First Half: Early Lead
In the 23rd minute, Giannis Christopoulos opened the scoring with a swift central break, threading the ball into the top‑right corner to give Panserraikos the advantage.
Second Half: Equalizer and Winning Goal
At the 34th minute, Nikos Papadopoulos capitalized on a defensive lapse, striking from a rapid counter‑attack to level the match 1‑1.
Seventy‑one minutes in, Alexander Maskanakis unleashed a precise long‑range shot, restoring Panserraikos’ lead to 2‑1.
The decisive moment arrived in added time, 90+2 minutes, when Maskanakis collected the ball midway, dribbled past the defense and finished calmly into the lower‑right corner, sealing the win.
Panserraikos’ Return to Form
The victory ends a three‑month drought, the club’s first win since early September, and lifts them to 14th place with 17 points, just two points shy of the safety zone.
Kifisia Under Pressure
Despite sitting near the top of the table with 30 points, Kifisia’s loss intensifies scrutiny on coach Leto, whose tactics have drawn criticism after a series of disappointing performances.
Implications for the Super League Table
- Panserraikos moves within striking distance of the relegation safe zone.
- Kifisia must regroup quickly to maintain their championship challenge.
- The upcoming fixtures will be decisive for both clubs’ season objectives.
Takeaway
Panserraikos demonstrated resilience and clutch performance, turning a prolonged slump into a crucial win that keeps their survival hopes alive. For Kifisia, the setback serves as a warning that even top‑placed teams cannot afford complacency as the Super League race intensifies.
