Panathinaikos vs Volos NFC AI Prediction & AI Prediction | Super League 1

Panathinaikos vs Volos NFC: Hosts Eyeing Consolidation in Super League 1

Panathinaikos host Volos NFC in a Super League 1 fixture where the home side, despite some recent defensive wobbles, will be heavily favoured to secure three points. Volos, strong on the road this season, will aim to frustrate their hosts but face a stern test.

Panathinaikos have generally performed well this season, boasting a positive goal difference and securing over half of their points at home. However, their recent form shows a dip, with a winless streak in their last three across all competitions, including a concerning home defeat in their most recent outing where they conceded three goals. Despite this, their overall home record remains respectable, with two wins from their last three home games before that blip, and they still create a decent volume of chances.

Volos NFC have shown a surprising resilience, particularly away from home where they've secured more wins than losses this season. Their recent form has been mixed, but a recent three-game unbeaten run, including two wins on the road, indicates they can be competitive. Their last away match saw them secure a solid victory, shutting out the opposition. However, their overall away possession numbers are lower, and they tend to concede as many as they score.

This match pits Panathinaikos' typically higher possession game against Volos' more pragmatic, counter-attacking approach, especially away from home. The hosts will likely try to establish control through patient build-up, seeking to exploit Volos' lower possession figures. However, Panathinaikos' recent defensive frailties, particularly in their last home fixture where they conceded heavily and had a player sent off, could offer Volos opportunities on the break if they can absorb pressure effectively. Volos' recent uptick in away form, coupled with Panathinaikos' slight dip, suggests the visitors might not be easily overcome.

Despite a recent stumble, Panathinaikos' overall season form and home advantage make them the clear favourites. Volos' strong away record and their recent form suggest they will pose a threat and are capable of scoring, making 'Both Teams To Score' and 'Over 2.5 Goals' attractive propositions. The odds reflect this, with the home win heavily favoured but the odds for goals offering value.

Key points

• Panathinaikos have a respectable home scoring record this season, averaging 1.5 goals per game.
• Volos NFC have an impressive away record, winning 57.1% of their away fixtures.
• Both teams have shown a recent tendency to concede and score, with Panathinaikos' last home game seeing 5 goals and Volos' last away game ending 1-0.