PAOK Thessaloniki triumphed over Panathinaikos with a solid 2-0 victory, earning a spot in the final of the Greek Cup at the Panthessaliko Stadium. The game showcased a powerful start for PAOK, marked by early attempts on goal, particularly by Meité, which set a dominant tone for the match. Panathinaikos struggled to create significant scoring opportunities, demonstrating a lack of creativity in their play throughout the first half.

As the match progressed into the second half, the dynamics remained largely unchanged. Panathinaikos attempted to find their footing with a couple of shots but failed to threaten the PAOK goal effectively. Conversely, PAOK maintained control over the game, demonstrating superior tactical play and ball movement. The breakthrough came in the 71st minute, when Yakoumakis successfully capitalized on a well-constructed play to open the scoring for PAOK.

In the closing minutes, PAOK further secured their lead, with Yakoumakis coming close again but denied, yet Hatshidis ultimately sealed the game with a goal before the final whistle. This victory not only cements PAOK's status as a top contender in Greek football but also sets up an exciting final in the Greek Cup, where they will look to capture the prestigious trophy.