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Benitez: "Let's be protagonists in Europe and write another page in Panathinaikos' history!"

Published March 18, 2026, 20:16
Benitez: "Let's be protagonists in Europe and write another page in Panathinaikos' history!"

Rafa Benitez emphasized the importance of Panathinaikos' rematch against Betis, highlighting the need for a leading role in Europe and the effort to write a new chapter in the club's history. The Spanish coach referred to the balance between defense and attack, as well as the management of pressure in a demanding game. Benitez mentioned that the 1-0 of the first match is fluid and that the team has more options compared to the previous game. He expressed his satisfaction with the return of players and stressed that it is preferable to have more choices than to face shortages. Regarding the controversial refereeing decision in the first match, Benitez emphasized that what matters is what happens on the field and that the team must focus on its performance. He expressed hope that there will be no disputes about the refereeing in the rematch. Benitez stressed that the Municipality of Paphos invests systematically in the development of sports, both through the support of clubs and athletes and through the upgrading of sports infrastructure and the organization of important sporting events.