Match Introduction

The Matchday 3 fixture of the 2025/26 general stage between Feyenoord (Netherlands) and Panathinaikos (Greece) is scheduled for October 23 at the “De Kuip” stadium in Rotterdam. This is our prediction and analysis for the Feyenoord vs Panathinaikos encounter, including key statistics.

Feyenoord’s Current Form

The Dutch side has registered losses in their two previous Europa League matches, falling to Braga (0:1) and Aston Villa (0:2). This marks the club’s most unsuccessful start in European competitions since the 2017/18 season. Feyenoord has now failed to secure a victory in their last four Europa League outings, following two draws prior to these defeats. It is worth noting that the team has not managed to score in two consecutive matches, breaking a previous seven-game scoring streak in this tournament. Conversely, the club has conceded goals in five consecutive Europa League games. Robin Van Persie’s squad currently sits in 35th place in the tournament standings.

Feyenoord’s Key Statistics

• No more than two goals were scored in 5 of Feyenoord’s last 6 Europa League matches.
• At their home ground in this tournament, the team has avoided defeat in 6 of their last 7 games (4 wins, 2 draws).
• The club has conceded in 9 of their previous 12 home fixtures in the Europa League.

Feyenoord’s Probable Lineup (4-3-3)*

Timon Wellenreuther – Gjivai Zechiël, Anel Ahmedhodžić, Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Gijs Smal – Sam Lammers, Hwang In-Beom, Luciano Valente – Ayase Ueda, Anis Hadj-Moussa, Leo Sauer.

Feyenoord’s Injury Report

Defenders Gernot Trauner, Thomas Beelen, Malcolm Ebiowei, and midfielders Quinten Timber, Jakub Moder are all currently sidelined with injuries.

Panathinaikos’ Current Form

The Greek team suffered a 2:1 home defeat to Go Ahead Eagles in their last fixture. This result brought an end to their impressive 6-match unbeaten run in the Europa League (3 wins, 3 draws). Furthermore, it was the first time in their last 10 matches in this tournament that the club conceded more than one goal. Panathinaikos, however, has found the net in 3 of their last 4 Europa League games. Christos Kontis’s team currently occupies the 12th position in the tournament table.

Panathinaikos’ Key Statistics

• Panathinaikos has kept a clean sheet in 4 of their last 5 away matches in the Europa League.
• The team is currently on a 5-match unbeaten streak away from home in this tournament (3 wins, 2 draws).
• Panathinaikos has scored in 5 of their last 7 previous away fixtures in the Europa League.

Panathinaikos’ Probable Lineup (4-5-1)*

Alban Lafont – Ahmed Touba, Giannis Kotsiras, Erik Palmer-Brown, Giorgos Kyriakopoulos – Martins Tete, Anastasios Bakasetas, Anass Zaroury, Pedro Chirivella, Adam Gnezda-Cerin – Karol Swiderski.

Panathinaikos’ Injury Report

Midfielders Renato Sanches, Facundo Pellistri, forward Cyriel Dessers, and defender Giorgos Kyriakopoulos are unavailable due to injuries.

Match Referee Overview

Harm Osmers (Germany)

Referee’s Statistics

Matches officiated: 10 (International matches, 2024/25 – 2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows): 53;

Average yellow cards per match: 5.3;

Red cards shown: 2;

Average fouls per match: 22;

Penalties awarded: 40%.

Feyenoord vs Panathinaikos Match Prediction

The Dutch team has failed to deliver a victory to their supporters in the Europa League for five consecutive matches. Moreover, they haven’t even registered a single goal in the current tournament campaign. It’s worth noting that prior to their recent encounter with Aston Villa, Feyenoord was unbeaten at home for six matches in this competition (4 wins, 2 draws), although two of those victories were achieved by the narrowest of margins. While there were also two dominant wins during this period, the opponents in those fixtures clearly underperformed.

Our Betting Pick Rationale

The Greek side likely underestimated their opponent in the previous round. Their loss to another Dutch team put an end to Panathinaikos’s extended unbeaten streak in the Europa League. However, when playing away, the club has remained undefeated in five consecutive Europa League matches (3 wins, 2 draws), conceding only one goal during this impressive run. Their robust defensive performance will be an additional advantage for Christos Kontis’s men. We should also highlight that 2 of their last 3 away defeats in this European competition were by a single goal difference.

Our prediction: Panathinaikos with a handicap (+1.5).

Author: Alexey Tarabrin

* For each team, the indicated lineup represents their starting XI from their most recent match in this tournament.