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Welcome to our comprehensive AEL Larissa vs Panathinaikos prediction, where we break down everything you need to know ahead of this Super League 1 encounter on December 7, 2025. With Panathinaikos traveling to the AEL FC Arena, football fans and punters alike are keen to see if the home underdogs can spring a surprise, or if the visitors’ quality will shine through. Let’s dive into the stats, tactics, and latest updates to help you make the smartest betting decisions.
AEL Larissa come into this fixture in need of a spark. Sitting 13th in the Greek Super League 1 with just 7 points, their recent form has been far from inspiring. Four losses in their last six home matches and a recent cup exit to Atromitos have left coach Stelios Malezas searching for answers. Injuries to Panagiotis Deligiannidis and Ángelo Sagal further complicate matters, while key man Giannis Pasas (3 goals) will again shoulder much of the attacking burden. To add to the drama, Thomas Kyparissis has just been installed as General Captain, hoping to steady a ship that’s taken on water in recent weeks.
Meanwhile, Panathinaikos, now under the guidance of Rafael Benítez, find themselves 6th in the table with 18 points and a game in hand. Their last outing—a 3-2 defeat to AEK Athens—was a rollercoaster, featuring a red card for Ahmed Touba and a late equalizer from Filip Djuricic, only for AEK to snatch victory with a penalty. The return of Cyriel Dessers from injury is a boost, and with Karol Swiderski leading their scoring charts (4 goals), the Greens will be confident of getting back on track.
Tactically, Panathinaikos have shown a preference for building from the back and pressing aggressively when out of possession. Under Benítez, expect a well-drilled side, likely to use a 3-4-3 or 3-5-2 formation, balancing defensive solidity with quick transitions. Larissa, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency, and with limited squad depth (squad value €10.35m vs Panathinaikos’ €92.10m), they’re likely to focus on defensive organization and quick counters.
When it comes to head to head meetings, Panathinaikos have historically had the upper hand, both in terms of squad quality and recent results. However, Larissa have shown they can be stubborn at home—recall their unexpected 1-1 draw with AEK Athens earlier this season, defying odds of 6.5.
The odds reflect the gulf in class: Home win at 10.0, Draw at 5.0, and Away win at 1.38. It’s clear the bookmakers—and our own analysis—see Panathinaikos as firm favorites.
Our AI-powered betting tips back up what the stats are telling us. The top recommendation is a Panathinaikos win (2), with a confidence level of 5.5/10 and odds of 1.38. While not a guarantee, it’s the most logical choice given the visitors’ superior squad and recent performances. The AI also predicts a low-scoring affair, suggesting under 3.5 goals (confidence 4.3, odds 1.37), a reflection of Larissa’s struggles in front of goal and Panathinaikos’ disciplined approach.
In summary, our AEL Larissa vs Panathinaikos prediction is for a professional, workmanlike win for the visitors. Larissa may keep things tight early on, but Panathinaikos’ quality and depth should tell over 90 minutes. For those seeking betting tips, backing the away win or combining it with under 3.5 goals looks a smart play.
To wrap up, this AEL Larissa vs Panathinaikos prediction points strongly towards an away victory, with Panathinaikos’ experience and squad depth likely to prove decisive. While Larissa have shown they can frustrate bigger teams on occasion, the numbers and recent form suggest their best hope is to keep the scoreline respectable. For punters, the best value lies in the away win (odds 1.38) and under 3.5 goals (odds 1.37). As always, consider the stats, follow the trends, and bet responsibly.
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Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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 Panathinaikos |
10-Jan-21
2:0
| AEL Larissa  |
| AEL Larissa |
28-Sep-20
1:1
| Panathinaikos |
| AEL Larissa |
25-Jan-20
0:2
| Panathinaikos |
| Panathinaikos |
27-Oct-19
1:2
| AEL Larissa |
| Panathinaikos |
27-Jan-19
1:1
| AEL Larissa |
| AEL Larissa |
16-Sep-18
1:3
| Panathinaikos |
| AEL Larissa |
19-Feb-18
0:1
| Panathinaikos |
| Panathinaikos |
16-Oct-17
2:1
| AEL Larissa |
| Panathinaikos |
20-Sep-17
2:0
| AEL Larissa |
Recent Matches of AEL Larissa| 31 Jan |
Volos.
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| AEL Larissa.
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| 24 Jan | W |
AEL Larissa.
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1:0
| Panserraikos.
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| 18 Jan | W |
AEL Larissa.
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1:0
| Aris.
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| 10 Jan | D |
Kifisia.
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1:1
| AEL Larissa.
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| 21 Dec | D |
AEL Larissa.
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0:0
| Atromitos.
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| 13 Dec | L |
Levadiakos.
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3:0
| AEL Larissa.
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| 07 Dec | D |
AEL Larissa.
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2:2
| Panathinaiko.
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| 03 Dec | L |
AEL Larissa.
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0:1
| Atromitos.
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| 29 Nov | L |
Aris.
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2:1
| AEL Larissa.
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| 24 Nov | L |
AEL Larissa.
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1:2
| OFI Crete.
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Recent Matches of Panathinaikos
| 29 Jan | Panathinaiko. |
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AS Roma. | |
| 25 Jan | D |  Atromitos. |
0:0 |
Panathinaiko. |
| 22 Jan | D |  Ferencvaros. |
1:1 |
Panathinaiko. |
| 18 Jan | L |  AEK Athens F. |
4:0 |
Panathinaiko. |
| 14 Jan | W | Panathinaiko. |
3:0 |
Aris. |
| 11 Jan | W | Panathinaiko. |
3:0 |
Panserraikos. |
| 21 Dec | L |  PAOK. |
2:0 |
Panathinaiko. |
| 17 Dec | W |  Kavala. |
1:2 |
Panathinaiko. |
| 14 Dec | W | Panathinaiko. |
2:1 |
Volos. |
| 11 Dec | D | Panathinaiko. |
0:0 |
Plzen. |
Greece - Super League 1| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
AEK Athens FC | 18 | 32-12 | 44 |
| 2 |
Olympiakos | 17 | 34-8 | 42 |
| 3 |
PAOK | 17 | 37-12 | 41 |
| 4 |
Levadiakos | 18 | 44-21 | 35 |
| 5 |
Panathinaikos | 17 | 24-21 | 26 |
| 6 |
Volos NFC | 18 | 19-25 | 25 |
| 7 |
Aris | 18 | 16-20 | 22 |
| 8 |
Kifisia | 17 | 24-26 | 19 |
| 9 |
OFI | 17 | 20-30 | 18 |
| 10 |
Atromitos | 18 | 17-22 | 17 |
| 11 |
Larisa | 18 | 16-28 | 16 |
| 12 |
Panetolikos | 18 | 15-31 | 15 |
| 13 |
Asteras | 17 | 15-24 | 13 |
| 14 |
Panserraikos | 18 | 9-42 | 8 |
