AE Kifisias – Lamia

Greece - Stoiximan Super League, Round 6

Kifissia, after a thrilling 4-4 draw at home with Panserraikos, faced another challenge by conceding 4 goals, this time from Olympiakos in Faliro (4-0, 24/9). The goals were scored by El Kaabi (21' penalty), Podense (25'), Jovetic (64' penalty), and Ibora (90'+4'). Peios and Papasavvas committed the fouls that resulted in the contested home team penalties (Kifisia strongly protested the decision on the first one). The team from the northern suburbs threatened in the 9th minute, with Tetei's shot being cleared off the line by Paschalakis. Similarly, Mateus Crisioumas had an opportunity (15'). Goalkeeper Christianson saved Solbakken's attempt (40'). In the second half, Kifisia posed a threat with Anderegen (60'). Coach Anastasiou expressed the need for time to present a better team in his post-match statements. He made some rotations, with Botia (A) and Bifuma (ME) remaining on the bench, while Iliev (ME) came on as a substitute. Kifisia faces a challenging away match in Thessaloniki against Aris on 1/10.

Regarding team news, newcomer Gobelic (A) made his debut in Faliro and is competing for a spot in the starting lineup. Ozegovic (E), who served a suspension, is now available. However, Peios (M) is suspended due to accumulating 3 yellow cards, and Pritsas (M) and Nini (ME) remain injured. Newcomer Landre (A) is not ready to play, as he will miss his second consecutive game since his announcement. Experienced player Botia (A) returns to the starting lineup, and Ipalibo (M) is likely to remain a key player.

Lamia, on the other hand, experienced three games without a win (0-1-2) after suffering a 2-0 defeat in Serres against Panserraikos (23/9). They faced the challenge of Panserraikos playing at their natural home for the first time this year. Within 4 minutes (66', 70'), Aleksic and Staiko scored the goals against Lamia. Despite the loss, goalkeeper Koselev made some impressive saves, denying chances for Deligiannidis (16'), Aleksic (53'), and Bergstrom (66'). Lamia threatened with Martinez (25', missed an open net) and Carlitos (Hovan saved the Spanish striker's shot later in the game). Overall, Lamia's performance has been on the decline, especially in defense where they have conceded 10 goals in 5 matches. They were reinforced with Amaral (A, formerly of Panaitolikos), who was released by Al Calef. Lamia will face Panaitolikos on 1/10.

In terms of match news, newcomer Sidclay (A) and K. Papadopoulos (A), who has recovered from injury, will be available for the first time this year. Amaral (A) is considered unfit, while Saramantas (A) and Tzandaris (M) remain injured. Compared to their previous match, Nagy (T) and Lake (E) have entered the pre-selection, with a minimal role in the rotation. Martinez (M) and Cornezos (A) will not be part of the mission. Quality midfielder Tosic (ME) has a chance to be in the starting lineup.

Both teams need to shore up their defenses as they are conceding goals too easily. However, they have quality players in midfield and attack. It's reasonable to expect that they will score in this match since they have goal-scoring talent in their ranks (e.g., Ozegovic and Carlitos, respectively). This game is likely to see at least one goal from each side, given their attacking capabilities.