PAOK vs FCSB Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | UEFA Europa League, February 13, 2025
PAOK vs FCSB Preview
- Competition: UEFA Europa League.
- Date: Thursday, February 13.
- Time: 8:00 PM GMT.
- Venue: Stadio Toumbas.
PAOK vs FCSB will take place as the first leg of the playoff round in the UEFA Europa League knockouts at Stadio Toumbas on February 13.
The hosts will enter this game on the back of a mixed run of form. They have won three of their last five games across competitions, losing the other two. However, PAOK have been clinical in front of goal during this run. They have scored nine goals and conceded just four, keeping three clean sheets in the process. They smashed OFI 5-0 in their last outing away from home and will look to carry that momentum forward into their next match.
FCSB, on the other hand, have been slightly worse off in terms of form compared to their next opponent. They have won two of their last five matches across competitions, drawing two and losing one game as well. In this run, they have scored five goals and conceded just three, keeping three clean sheets in the process. They secured a comfortable 3-0 home win against Sepsi OSK in their last league game and will look to derive confidence from that result.
On that note, let’s take a look at the team news coming out from both camps.
PAOK Team News
Manager Gianpaolo Castorina fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they walked away comfortable 5-0 winners. Every player and all five substitutes played well and had good games, but there were no injuries or suspensions to report.
They will be without seven players for their next match, though. Andrija Zivkovic (knee), Dejan Lovren (ankle), Fedor Chalov (hip), Jiri Pavlenka (virus), Jonathan Gomez (concussion), Kiril Despodov (virus) and Tiemoue Bakayoko (calf) will all miss out as they continue to recover.
FCSB Team News
Manager Elias Charalambous fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they ran out 3-0 winners on home soil. Most players and all five substitutes put in good performances and there were no new injuries or suspensions to report.
They will be without two players for the next game, however. Darius Olaru (shoulder) and Mihai Lixandru (cruciate ligament) will miss out as they continue to recover.
PAOK vs FCSB Predicted Lineups
PAOK Predicted Lineup (4-2-2-2)
Goalkeeper: Dominik Kotarski.
Defenders: Joan Sastre, Mateusz Wieteska, Ioannis Michailidis, Jonny Otto.
Midfielders: Soualiho Meite, Stefan Schwab (C), Shola Shoretire, Giannis Konstantelias.
Forwards: Dimitrios Pelkas, Mbwana Ally Samatta.
FCSB Predicted Lineups (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Stefan Tarnovanu.
Defenders: Valentin Cretu, Mihai Popescu, Joyskim Dawa, Risto Radunovic.
Midfielders: Juri Cisotti, Adrian Sut, Florin Tanase.
Forwards: Marius Stefanescu, Andre Gheorghita, Daniel Birligea.
PAOK vs FCSB Head-to-Head Record
These two teams have faced off once before in a Europa League match, which was won by FCSB. They have also faced off in three friendly games, where PAOK have won one, FCSB have won one, and there have been two draws as well.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 04/10/24 | PAOK 0-1 FCSB | UEFA Europa League |
| 05/07/23 | FCSB 1-1 PAOK | Club Friendlies |
| 09/07/18 | FCSB 1-2 PAOK | Club Friendlies |
| 13/07/16 | FCSB 4-3 PAOK | Club Friendlies |
Key Players to Watch in PAOK vs FCSB
Giannis Konstantelias (PAOK)
The left midfielder has been in decent form for PAOK so far in the Europa League and has contributed two goals and one assist. His goals have come from a decent 1.73 xG, meaning he can still do better with his conversion rate. His one assist has come from 1.07 xA, which means there is scope to improve in both departments.
Daniel Birligea (FCSB)
The striker has been among the top contributors for FCSB this season and will look to continue in his rich vein of form. His three strikes have come from 2.43 xG, which is a decent return but will need to be more clinical as the team tries to navigate challenging knockout games.
PAOK vs FCSB Prediction
Going by the recent head-to-head, as well as their respective form guides, there is very little to choose between these two teams. However, PAOK are at home and should have a slight advantage which will help them get a result.
Predicted Score: PAOK 2-1 FCSB
Where to watch PAOK vs FCSB Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Greece | Antenna TV, Cosmote TV |
| Romania | DIGI, Clever Media |
FAQs
Q. When is PAOK vs FCSB?
A. PAOK will host FCSB on Thursday, February 13 at 8:00 PM GMT.
Q. Where can you watch PAOK vs FCSB for free?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for PAOK vs FCSB?
A. PAOK 2-1 FCSB.
Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for PAOK vs FCSB?
A. FCSB have won two of the last four meetings, PAOK have won one, and there has been one draw as well.