Panathinaikos will battle Roma at the Olympic Stadium in Athens this Thursday for a highly anticipated UEFA Conference League clash, with the Greek host desperate to climb the league table.
The home team enter this contest following a hard-fought 1-1 draw away at Ferencvaros in their last European outing, which followed a narrow 0-0 domestic draw over Atromitos.
Under the lights in the capital, the Greens will look to maintain their home form, having remained unbeaten in their last five and use their intimidating home support to frustrate their Italian visitors and secure a vital three points.
The visiting side, Roma, on the other hand, travel to Greece in exceptional form, securing a professional 2-0 home victory against AZ Alkmaar in their previous European fixture.
However, heading back to their league game, they had a setback, having been held to a 1-1 draw at home by AC Milan. With the Giallorossi aiming to maintain their perfect momentum in continental competition, they will view this clash as a key opportunity to demonstrate their quality on the road.
Read our Panathinaikos vs Roma predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other UEFA Europa League predictions.
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Panathinaikos vs Roma prediction: A draw is expected
Key statistics
- Panathinaikos have not lost their last five home games.
- They have only met twice, with both games having BTTS being scored.
- Panathinaikos have not lost to Roma in any of their previous meetings.
Correct score prediction: Panathinaikos 1-1 Roma
One advantage the home team have heading into this clash is their home form and they will be looking to continue that unbeaten streak. We expect a very competitive encounter in Athens, and we are predicting a 1-1 draw.
While the home side is always dangerous when playing in front of their passionate fans, the Italians possess the experience necessary to manage the tempo of high-stakes European away matches.
We believe that Panathinaikos will find the back of the net, given their record of scoring in almost every home game this season. The same goes for Roma, which will see both teams share the spoils.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Roma slight favourites
- Home: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
- Draw: 7/4 (2.75) – 28.6%
- Away: 17/10 (2.70) – 37.0%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Bookmakers believe Roma are the slight favourites going into this contest, with odds of 1.83 implying a 54.5% chance of an away win. Panathinaikos are priced at 4.20, which gives them a 23.8% probability of victory, while the draw sits at 3.60 (27.8%). The odds lean towards Roma, but the draw remains a realistic outcome.
Most recent head-to-head: Home team edge record
The previous meetings between these two sides suggest that spectators should prepare for an entertaining game with plenty of action in the final third. Both teams have only met twice in their history, with both games having five goals scored.
Panathinaikos have also had the upper hand, winning both meetings, with the most memorable clashes taking place in the 2010 Europa League knockout stages, where the Greek side secured two thrilling 3-2 victories to eliminate the Italian giants.
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Panathinaikos preview: Several first-team absences
Panathinaikos are dealing with a lengthy absentee list, as Karol Swiderski is suspended, while Cyriel Dessers, Davide Calabria, Filip Đuricic and Pedro Chirivella are all sidelined through injury.
These issues leave the hosts stretched across defence, midfield and attack, forcing adjustments ahead of this European test.
Predicted lineup: Lafont (GK), Ingason, Siopis, Touba, Kotsiras, Bokos, Kyriakopoulos, Bakasetas, Pantovic, Zaroury & Tetteh
Last five fixtures
- 25.01.26 – Atromitos 0–0 Panathinaikos
- 22.01.26 – Ferencvaros 1–1 Panathinaikos
- 18.01.26 – AEK Athens 4–0 Panathinaikos
- 14.01.26 – Panathinaikos 3–0 Aris
- 11.01.26 – Panathinaikos 3–0 Panserraikos
Roma preview: Key injuries disrupt squad depth
Roma also arrive with notable availability concerns, with Kouadio Kone, Mario Hermoso, Angelino, Stephan El Shaarawy and Artem Dovbyk all unavailable due to injury.
The Giallorossi are missing options in every area of the pitch, which could impact both their balance and attacking threat away from home.
Predicted lineup: Svilar (GK), Mancini, N'Dicka, Ghilardi, Celik, Cristante, Kone, Wesley, Dybala, Soule & Malen
Last five fixtures
- 25.01.26 – AS Roma 1–1 AC Milan
- 22.01.26 – AS Roma 2–0 Stuttgart
- 18.01.26 – Torino 0–2 AS Roma
- 13.01.26 – AS Roma 2–3 Torino
- 10.01.26 – AS Roma 2–0 Sassuolo
Player to watch: Anass Zaroury
Anass Zaroury has been Panathinaikos’ star player this season in the Europa League. The Moroccan international remains the main reference point up and has been ruthless whenever chances fall his way inside the area.
Zaroury has scored four goals and provided one assist in the competition, which underlines his dependability in front of goal. He is currently the club's highest goal scorer in the UEL and will be looking to get his name on the scoresheet in this game.