Who is favored to win in PAOK vs Pafiakos?
PAOK Thessaloniki are slightly favored to win this CEV Challenge Cup clash against Pafiakos, as they have stronger recent form in European competition and a deeper roster with more international-level players; typical pre-match odds in early markets are around 1.40 for PAOK and 2.80–3.00 for Pafiakos on the moneyline, reflecting this edge with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is PAOK vs Pafiakos?
The match between PAOK and Pafiakos in the CEV Challenge Cup is scheduled to start at 4:30 PM local time on January 8, 2026, which corresponds to 2:30 PM UTC, so fans in Greece and Cyprus can plan for an early evening first serve.
Where is PAOK vs Pafiakos being held?
The game will be played in Thessaloniki, Greece, at PAOK’s home arena, an indoor volleyball venue with a capacity of several thousand spectators, known for its intense atmosphere and strong home support that often boosts PAOK’s performance, while Pafiakos travel from Paphos, Cyprus for this European tie.
PAOK vs Pafiakos prediction & odds - who wins?
Given PAOK’s home-court advantage, stronger domestic league results in the last month, and more balanced attacking options at the net and from the service line, a realistic prediction is PAOK to win 3–1 in sets, with set handicap lines typically around PAOK -1.5 sets at odds near 1.70 and a straight-set win (3–0) priced higher near 2.50, indicating bookmakers expect a competitive but PAOK-controlled match.
What is the head to head record between PAOK vs Pafiakos?
Recent head-to-head history in European competitions between PAOK and Pafiakos is limited, but in their few prior encounters PAOK have generally had the upper hand, winning the majority of matches with better blocking and serve reception numbers, while Pafiakos have tended to struggle in Thessaloniki compared to their performances at home in Cyprus.
