AEK Athens vs Panathinaikos predictions, Jan 18, 2026

Greek Super League, on Sunday,

AEK

Panathinaikos

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In a highly anticipated match in the Greek Super League, AEK Athens will host Panathinaikos FC on January 18, 2026. Both teams have had contrasting recent form, with AEK Athens winning all of their last five matches and Panathinaikos FC only managing to secure victory in two of their last five games.

AEK Athens will enter the game as the favorites according to bookmakers, with odds of 1.85 for a home win. Their strong form and home advantage make them a formidable opponent. Panathinaikos FC, on the other hand, will be looking to defy the odds and secure a positive result on the road.

Tactically, AEK Athens have been solid in defense and clinical in front of goal, which has contributed to their recent success. Panathinaikos FC will need to find a way to break down their opponent’s defense and capitalize on any scoring opportunities they create.

While AEK Athens may have the upper hand going into the match, in football, anything can happen. It promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter between these two Greek giants.

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AEK
50.4%
Draw
27.5%
Panathinaikos
22.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

Outrights of Greek Super League Panathinaikos: 1.68%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.88 3.45 4
MarathonBet 1.87 3.38 4.23 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.85 3.3 4
Pinnacle 1.85 3.44 4.2
Best for US Customers 1.8 3.4 4.5

Latest Results

11.01.26 Aris Thessaloniki – AEK Athens – 1:1
21.12.25 AEK Athens – OFI Crete – 2:1
18.12.25 AEK Athens – CS Universitatea Craiova – 3:2
14.12.25 Panetolikos – AEK Athens – 0:5
11.12.25 Samsunspor – AEK Athens – 1:2
11.01.26 Panathinaikos FC – Panserraikos FC – 3:0
21.12.25 PAOK FC – Panathinaikos FC – 2:0
17.12.25 Kavala – Panathinaikos FC – 1:2
14.12.25 Panathinaikos FC – Volos FC – 2:1
11.12.25 Panathinaikos FC – Viktoria Plzeň – 0:0

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Super League (Championship Group: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Super League (Conference League Group: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, AEK won 2.
  • AEK is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Panathinaikos is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • In this match, AEK is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, AEK won 7 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 22:21. (average 1.1:1.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, AEK won 4 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 11:5. (average 1.2:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.11.25 Panathinaikos FC – AEK Athens – 2:3
    04.05.25 AEK Athens – Panathinaikos FC – 1:2
    06.04.25 Panathinaikos FC – AEK Athens – 3:1
    19.01.25 Panathinaikos FC – AEK Athens – 1:0
    29.09.24 AEK Athens – Panathinaikos FC – 2:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Olympiacos Piraeus 16 12 3 1 33:8 25 39
    2 PAOK 16 12 2 2 34:12 22 38
    3 AEK Athens 16 12 2 2 27:12 15 38
    4 Levadiakos 16 9 4 3 39:18 21 31
    5 Panathinaikos 15 7 4 4 24:17 7 25
    6 Volos 16 8 1 7 19:21 -2 25
    7 Aris 16 5 6 5 14:17 -3 21
    8 Kifisia 16 4 7 5 23:24 -1 19
    9 Panetolikos 16 4 3 9 14:27 -13 15
    10 OFI Crete 15 5 0 10 19:27 -8 15
    11 Asteras Tripolis 16 2 7 7 15:23 -8 13
    12 Atromitos 16 3 4 9 14:22 -8 13
    13 AEL Larissa 16 1 7 8 14:28 -14 10
    14 Panserraikos 16 1 2 13 7:40 -33 5

    Greek Super League Outrights

    1. Olympiacos Piraeus: 1.7 (49.41%)

    2. PAOK: 4 (21%)

    3. AEK: 4.5 (18.67%)

    4. Panathinaikos: 50 (1.68%)

    5. Panserraikos: 100 (0.84%)

    6. Panetolikos: 100 (0.84%)

    7. Atromitos: 100 (0.84%)

    8. Levadiakos: 100 (0.84%)

    9. Aris: 100 (0.84%)

    10. Volos: 100 (0.84%)

    11. Asteras Tripolis: 100 (0.84%)

    12. AEL Larissa: 100 (0.84%)

    13. Kifisia: 100 (0.84%)

    14. OFI Crete: 100 (0.84%)

    15. NFC: 100 (0.84%)

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