Panathinaikos hold nerve to win away in Prague

Panathinaikos FC claimed an important away win in Prague, edging out FC Hradec Králové 1-2 in a tightly contested playoff encounter. The Greek side made the brighter start and took the lead in the opening half, putting the hosts under early pressure. FC Hradec Králové responded well and pulled level before the break, levelling the match through a goal in the first half.

The second half saw Panathinaikos reassert their authority. The visitors restored their advantage to make it 1-2, and despite pressure from the home side, they managed to see out the result. Panathinaikos' disciplined approach was tested when G. M. Katris received a yellow card in the 27th minute, but the away team remained composed throughout.

FC Hradec Králové pressed for an equaliser as the match entered its closing stages, but Panathinaikos' defence held firm. The visitors' ability to score twice and defend resolutely on the road proved decisive in a match where fine margins separated the two sides. Panathinaikos FC's 1-2 away victory marked a successful night in the playoff round.