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Thrilling Draw in Greek Derby: Aris and AEK Share Points in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki witnessed a vibrant draw between Aris Thessaloniki and AEK Athens FC at the Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium. The match, corresponding to matchday 16 of the Super League 1, was marked by intensity and scoring opportunities.
AEK Athens FC took an early lead in the 8th minute with a goal by A. Koita after an assist from R. Ljubicic. However, the joy of the visiting team was short-lived, as F. Jensen equalized for Aris Thessaloniki just three minutes later, in the 11th minute.
The rest of the match was a tactical and physical battle, with both teams seeking the winning goal. The refereeing, led by Norwegian Rohit Saggi, was forced to show several yellow cards, two for each team (O. Pineda and A. Koita for AEK, and T. Kadewere and Monchu for Aris). A goal by Dudu for Aris in the 57th minute was disallowed after VAR review due to a foul.
Regarding statistics, AEK Athens FC dominated ball possession with 61%, while Aris Thessaloniki was more incisive in attack, with 9 total shots compared to AEK’s 7. Aris also surpassed AEK in corners (7 to 4) while the visitors committed one less foul (13 to 14). Ultimately, the score did not change any further, resulting in a draw that, while not completely satisfying either team, reflects the equality shown on the field. The match took place on January 11, 2026.
Substitutions aek athens fc: at minute 61 O. Pineda came in and P. Mantalos went out., at minute 66 R. Ljubicic came in and B. Varga went out., at minute 66 Joao Mario came in and N. Eliasson went out., at minute 84 A. Koita came in and D. Kutesa went out.
Substitutions aris thessalonikis: at minute 80 F. Jensen came in and K. Galanopoulos went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Aris Thessalonikis
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AEK Athens FC
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