TNS vs Panathinaikos Prediction & Betting Tips (12 December)

The New Saints, the first representatives of Welsh football to reach a final stage of a European competition, are striving to leave a good impression. After a logical defeat against Fiorentina 2-0 on the first day, they shone by beating FC Astana by the same score. Despite narrow losses against Shamrock Rovers 2-1 and Djugarden 0-1, the team never failed. In the championship, the New Saints occupy second place, four points behind leader Penybont, but have a game in hand. They recently beat Penybont in an intense duel 3-2 before falling to Bala Town 1-0. Panathinaikos are having a mixed season.

Currently 24th in the rankings, he nevertheless remains in the running for the play-offs. On the first day, the Athens team drew at Borac Banja Luka 1-1, before suffering two defeats against Chelsea 1-4 and Djurgarden 2-1. It was not until the 4th day that they recorded their first victory, against HJK 1-0. In the championship, the dynamic is more positive: the Greeks, currently 4th, remain undefeated in their last seven matches, with four wins and three draws. However, last weekend they dropped two points against Atromitos 1-1, finding themselves four points behind the leader. 

The New Saints team is mainly made up of players little known to the general public, which probably makes it one of the least formidable squads in this competition. However, a few names are worth watching, notably Bardley, author of 6 goals, as well as attackers McManus, who scored 5 goals including one in C4, and Oteh, also author of 6 goals. Williams, interesting with 4 goals, stood out by scoring his team's only achievement against Shamrock Rovers. As for Astles, absent during the last C4 match, he should once again be missing. Panathinaikos benefits from the return of Arao and Mladenovic, absent during the last championship match due to suspension. On the other hand, Sporar, who has not played for several matches, remains uncertain.

The team could count on former Marseillais Ounahi, expected to start. Attacking midfielders Djuricic, author of 5 league goals, and Tete, former Lyon player with 4 goals, are also among the key players. In attack, Pellistri, who arrived from Manchester United, stands out for his ability to change a match. These elements should strengthen the coach's options for the next meeting.