Mixed Outcomes for Greek Clubs in Europa and Conference League Matches
Greek football teams experienced a varied night in the Europa and Conference League fixtures, securing two victories alongside one defeat. AEK Athens and PAOK celebrated wins against Aberdeen and Lille respectively, while Panathinaikos faced a setback, losing to Feyenoord on Dutch soil. These results contributed a total of 800 points to Greece’s UEFA coefficient tally, elevating the nation’s score to 39.112 and maintaining its position at 11th place in the European rankings.
Performance of Neighboring Countries in UEFA Rankings
Looking at the countries surrounding Greece in the UEFA standings, the Czech Republic, currently holding 10th place, saw mixed results. Viktoria Plzeň secured a notable victory over Roma, while Sigma Olomouc drew with Raków. However, the scheduled match between Sparta Prague and Rijeka was postponed, affecting the overall points accumulation.
Poland’s clubs had a modest night, with Legia Warsaw being the sole team to claim a win. Raków and Jagiellonia ended their encounter in a draw, and Lech Poznań suffered a defeat, limiting Poland’s point gains.
Updated UEFA Country Coefficient Standings
Here is the latest snapshot of the UEFA country rankings, reflecting the recent match outcomes:
- 10. Czech Republic: 42.500 points (4 out of 5 teams active)
- 11. Greece: 39.112 points (4 out of 5 teams active)
- 12. Poland: 38.375 points (4 out of 5 teams active)
- 13. Norway: 37.988 points (2 out of 4 teams active)
- 14. Denmark: 36.981 points (2 out of 4 teams active)
Implications for Greek Football’s European Standing
Maintaining the 11th spot in the UEFA rankings is crucial for Greece, as it influences the number of European competition spots allocated to Greek clubs in upcoming seasons. The recent performances by AEK and PAOK have been instrumental in securing valuable points, while Panathinaikos’ loss highlights the challenges Greek teams face on the continental stage. Continued strong showings in both the Europa and Conference Leagues will be essential for Greece to challenge higher-ranked nations like the Czech Republic and Poland.