PAOK faced a tough challenge against Celta in a critical Europa League match, ultimately losing 1-0, which sealed their fate in the tournament. Despite battling against a backdrop of significant injuries, with nine players unavailable, PAOK pushed through, though this marked their second consecutive loss to the Spanish side, leading to their exit from the competition. The teams displayed a cautious approach early on, with control of the ball evenly divided, and PAOK managed to defend effectively, initially limiting Celta's opportunities.