22.08.2025 19:58
In the first match of the UEFA Europa League playoff round, Samsunspor lost 2-1 to Panathinaikos away, which received extensive coverage in the Greek press. The sports website SDNA's headline after the match, "Kyriakos and Brown set the Turks on fire," drew significant backlash.
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In the first match of the UEFA Europa League play-off round, our representative Samsunspor lost 2-1 to the Greek team Panathinaikos. While the Greek press allocated space for the match, a scandalous headline from a sports site drew great reaction.
"PANATHINAIKOS DEFEATED ITS RIVAL"
One of Greece's leading newspapers, Kathimerini, headlined, "Panathinaikos defeated its rival, taking the first step to advance by beating Samsunspor 2-1." Ertnews emphasized that Panathinaikos showcased its quality at OAKA, stating, "In the first match of the Europa League play-offs, they defeated resilient Samsunspor 2-1."
"SAMSUNSPOR'S LEVEL IS NOT THE SAME AS SHAKHTAR"
Sport24 criticized Samsunspor, stating: "Samsunspor's level is not the same as Shakhtar or Rangers, but that was not enough for Panathinaikos to have an easy night."
Naftemporiki summarized the match with the words, "Panathinaikos took the first step towards the Europa League by beating Samsunspor 2-1."
"THE HEADLINE 'SET THE TURKS ON FIRE' DREW REACTION"
The sports site SDNA attracted attention with its harsh expressions. The report stated, "Kyriakos and Brown set the Turks on fire. Panathinaikos showcased its quality and turned into a fire that burned Samsunspor with a terrible surprise."
Newsit commented, "Panathinaikos will go to Turkey as the favorite after winning with a score of 2-1."
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