Hradec Králové's unsuccessful chase resulted in Panathinaikos winning in the 120th minute.
At the Malsovicka arena in Hradec Kralove, Panathinaikos defeated Hradec Králové 2-1 in the UEFA Europa Conference League play-off round. Darida equalized in the 90th minute for the home team, but Dessers sealed the victory in the 120th minute.
- 0'The match has started.
Hradec Králové welcomes Panathinaikos.
- 13'The game was evenly matched in the opening minutes.
After more than 10 minutes of play, the match continued at a moderate pace and with great caution, as the score remained unchanged.0-0Both teams battled it out in the midfield area with a balanced possession rate.50% - 50%and neither side has been able to create any scoring opportunities yet.0 - 0.
- 21'Hradec Kralové made an early substitution in the 21st minute.
Right at the 21st minute,Hradec KralovéThey made early personnel adjustments whenA. Vlkanovawas brought onto the field as a substitute forO. MihalikThe home team hoped this change would create a breakthrough, as the game remained evenly matched with a 0-0 scoreline.
- 27'Yellow card for G. Katris for time-wasting.
In the 27th minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.G. KatrisPanathinaikos were criticized for disrupting and wasting time during the match. The game at FINEP Arena remained evenly contested and cautious, with both teams tied 0-0.
- 27'The match was a close and evenly contested affair.
Nearly a third of the first half had passed, and both teams were still playing cautiously, resulting in a draw.0-0Although Panathinaikos had a slight advantage in terms of ball possession time (46% - 54%The tight defenses of both sides have meant that the match has yet to see any shots on goal.0 - 0.
- 30 minutesPanathinaikos made personnel changes early on.
In the 30th minute, Panathinaikos made their first substitution whenS. Kontouriswas brought onto the field to replaceP. ChirivellaThe visiting team made adjustments to their midfield in an attempt to create a breakthrough while the score remained 0-0.
- 38'Panathinaikos receives another yellow card after L. Garcia's foul.
In the 38th minute, the referee decided to issue a yellow card warning.L. GarciaPanathinaikos conceded a goal after a foul on their opponent. The visiting team received several yellow cards in a closely contested match that ended 0-0.
- 38'V. Taborda received a yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
In the 38th minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.V. TabordaPanathinaikos were penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct. The visiting team repeatedly received warnings while the match remained tied at 0-0.
- 40'Hradec Králové created many dangerous opportunities despite having less possession.
Approaching the 40th minute of the first half, Panathinaikos had a slight advantage in ball possession (48% - 52%), but Hradec Králové created more clear-cut chances. The home team had superior shots on goal with 3-0 (2 on target), but a lack of accuracy in the final moments meant the score remained 0-0.
- 42'F. Cech received a yellow card after the foul.
In the 42nd minute, the defenderF. CechHradec Králové received a yellow card from the referee after a foul on an opponent. The match at Malsovicka Arena is being played very intensely with a series of fouls while the score remains 0-0.
- 45'End of the first half
The first half ended with a score of 0-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 51'A. Tetteh received a yellow card after the foul.
51st minute,A. TettehPanathinaikos received a yellow card from the referee after a foul on an opposing player. The match at Malsovicka Arena remained deadlocked at 0-0 with continuous fierce challenges from both teams.
- 53'The match is evenly contested, with no goals yet.
In the 53rd minute, Panathinaikos had a slight advantage in ball possession (45% - 55%) and 1-4 corner kicks, but Hradec Králové was the team creating the most threats with 2-0 shots on target. Both teams had a total of 3-3 shots, and the score remained 0-0.
- 60'Hradec Kralové brought T. Sloncik onto the field.
In the 60th minute, Hradec Králové decided to refresh the lineup whenT. Slonickcame onto the field as a substitute forA. UmarThe home team is trying to find a breakthrough as the two sides remain locked in a 0-0 draw.
- 60'Panathinaikos brought S. Andino onto the field to replace F. Pellistri.
In the 60th minute, Panathinaikos decided to refresh their lineup by bringing on...S. Andinocame onto the field as a substitute forF. PellistriWith the score still 0-0, this adjustment is expected to bring a fresh impetus to the visiting team's attack.
- 60'Panathinaikos revamps its attack with C. Dessers.
In the 60th minute, the coaching staffPanathinaikosdecision to withdrawA. Tettehtake a break to make room forC. DessersThe visiting team is trying to find a breakthrough to break the deadlock as the score remains 0-0.
- 60'Panathinaikos strengthens its squad, Calabria comes on the field.
In the 60th minute, Panathinaikos made a personnel change, bringing on...D. Calabriacame onto the field as a substitute forG. Katris, who had already received a yellow card earlier. The away team is trying to refresh their lineup in an attempt to find the opening goal as the game remains tied 0-0.
- 65'Panathinaikos had the upper hand in terms of possession but were unable to break the deadlock.
At the 65th minute, the score remained the same.0-0The two teams played a back-and-forth game. Panathinaikos had a slight advantage in terms of ball possession.55%with corner kick advantage1 - 4However, it was Hradec Králové who created the more significant impact, possessing a higher number of shots on target.2 - 0, forcing the opposing goalkeeper to make two saves.
- 72'C. Dessers breaks the deadlock for Panathinaikos
72nd minute,C. DessersHe shone at the right moment to score the opening goal.PanathinaikosThe valuable goal gave the away team a 0-1 lead in a fiercely contested match in the UEFA Europa Conference League playoff round.
- 77'D. Trubac was brought onto the field.
In the 77th minute, Hradec Králové made a substitution.D. TrubacHe came on as a substitute for S. Dancak. The home team needed more momentum to find an equalizer after falling behind 0-1 to Panathinaikos.
- 77'Hradec Kralové revamps his lineup in search of an equalizer.
In the 77th minute, Hradec Králové made a substitution whenM. Valentinawas brought onto the field to replaceD. LudvicekTrailing 0-1, the home team desperately needed new strategies to improve their attacking capabilities in the remaining time of the match.
- 77'Panathinaikos controlled the game and defended their lead.
In the 77th minute, Panathinaikos maintained a slight advantage in possession of the ball.47% - 53%and create pressure from set pieces with corner kicks.1 - 6Hradec Králové tried to increase the pressure to find an equalizer but were unable to change the 0-1 scoreline.
- 82'Palmer-Brown came on to strengthen the Panathinaikos lineup.
82nd minute,Panathinaikosdecision to adjust the force when deployingE. Palmer-BrownL. Garcia came on as a substitute. The away team proactively boosted their squad to maintain their 0-1 lead in the crucial remaining minutes of the match.
- 89'Panathinaikos strives to maintain the minimum lead.
In the 89th minute, Panathinaikos deliberately slowed down the pace of the game in order to preserve the score.0 - 1fragile. Despite a fairly balanced possession rate.47% - 53%and the total number of shots stopped at4 - 5The away team still holds the advantage in set-piece situations with the corner kick count.1 - 6to ease the pressure from Hradec Kralové.
- 90+2'V. Darida scored a valuable equalizer in injury time.
In the 90+2 minute, from an assist by J. Uhrincat,V. DaridaHe finished accurately, scoring the precious equalizer for Hradec Králové, making the score 1-1. This emotional late goal at the Malsovicka arena brought the home team back to square one.
- 91'Extra time
The match went into extra time.
- 97'Panathinaikos revamped their squad for extra time.
The match went into extra time in the 97th minute,PanathinaikosThe decision to refresh the lineup was made when they were brought in.A. Jagusiccame onto the field as a substitute.S. KontourisThe away team is looking for more breakthroughs as the match remains tied at 1-1.
- 106'Panathinaikos put all their efforts into finding the decisive goal.
In the 106th minute, Panathinaikos exerted more pressure with 13 shots and 7 corner kicks, but Hradec Králové maintained a balance thanks to their 56% - 44% possession.
- 119'E. Neto came on in the 119th minute.
In the 119th minute, Hradec Kralové scored.E. NetoHe came on as a substitute for A. Vlkanova. This late substitution showed that the home team still wanted to make a difference when the score was 1-1.
- 119'Hradec Králové controls, Panathinaikos provides support.
In the 119th minute, Hradec Králové controlled possession more, with a 58% - 42% ratio, and exerted clear pressure with 7 shots on target - 3. Panathinaikos held firm thanks to 6 saves, while the score remained 1 - 1.
- 120+3'E. Neto received a late yellow card.
Minute 120+3'E. NetoHradec Králové received a yellow card in tense moments at the end of the match.
- 120+4'D. Horak received a yellow card in injury time.
Minute 120+4'D. HorakHradec Králové received a yellow card. The final minutes of extra time became tense with the score still 1-1.
- 120+5'Dessers coolly put Panathinaikos ahead.
Minute 120+5'C. DessersHe calmly converted the penalty, giving Panathinaikos a 1-2 lead. The goal came in a nail-biting moment, putting the visitors ahead in extra time.
- 120+7'D. Trubac received a late yellow card.
Minute 120+7'D. TrubacHradec Králové received a yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct. The atmosphere became even more tense towards the end of extra time.
- 120+11'S. Andino received a yellow card in injury time.
Minute 120+11'S. AndinoPanathinaikos received a yellow card in the tense final moments of the match.
- KTEnd: Hradec Králové 1-2 Panathinaikos
The match ended with a score of 1-2.
Updated at 02:41 on August 28, 2026
The match between Hradec Králové and Panathinaikos, taking place at 00:00 on August 28, 2026, at the FINEP Arena, is of crucial importance to both clubs. Entering a knockout match, there is no room for calculating points or opportunities to correct mistakes; the sole objective is to win and advance.
The decisive nature of the knockout format
The matches at FINEP Arena are played in a knockout format, meaning the win-loss result will determine who advances immediately after the match. The winning team will continue their journey, while the losing team will be officially eliminated.
This context demands that both Hradec Králové and Panathinaikos be thoroughly prepared psychologically and tactically. The absence of a group stage format means that any individual mistakes or defensive lapses could lead to ultimate defeat with no chance of rectifying them in subsequent matches.
Assess the form and consistency of both teams.
Considering their recent form, Panathinaikos has shown remarkable consistency. In their last five matches, they have remained undefeated with two wins and three draws. This consistent string of positive results allows the Panathinaikos players to enter the knockout round with confidence and the ability to execute a cohesive playing style.
On the other side of the pitch, Hradec Králové ended their last match with a draw. Playing at home at the FINEP Arena will be a crucial advantage for this team to create an even match against their opponent.
In the past, the two clubs have met once before, and the match ended in a draw. This reflects a certain balance between the two sides as they enter a crucial encounter.
Tactical planning and match trends
Given the crucial nature of this do-or-die match, caution will undoubtedly be paramount in the opening stages. Panathinaikos, with their five-match unbeaten streak, will likely proactively control the tempo and minimize the risks from their opponents' attacks.
Meanwhile, Hradec Králové needs to make the most of their home advantage to put pressure on and look for weaknesses in the visitors' defense. Whichever team maintains high concentration and takes advantage of opportunities more effectively will have control over their own destiny in securing a place in the next round.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
