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Nikolay Kolev with a key performance for a complete comeback of PAOK against Foinikas Syros

February 17, 2025 at 15:24

Nikolay Kolev with a key performance for a complete comeback of PAOK against Foinikas Syros

PAOK achieved an incredible comeback in the match against A.O. Foinikas Syros, winning 3-2 (21-25, 23-25, 25-15, 28-26, 15-10) after trailing 0-2 in sets. Despite a tense start and a strong performance by Foinikas, who led the fourth set 14-18 and 21-23, PAOK managed to mobilize and overturn the result.

Crucial for the victory was the 4th set, in which PAOK recovered after a serious struggle and won 28-26, then finished the match with a dominant performance in the 5th set, winning it 15-10. Aleksandar Ljaftov was named MVP of the match, thanks to his stable play and key points that helped the team.

Nikolay Kolev also played an important role, finishing with 17 pointsand was a major factor in PAOK's comeback, converting 10 out of 13 attacks and adding 2 aces and 5 blocks. His actions in the decisive 5th set, including a block and an ace, were crucial for the team's success.

PAOK is now in 4th place in the standings with 26 points, surpassing Foinikas and Kifissia. PAOK's coach, Joshko Milenkoski, stated that the victory is critical for maintaining their chances for the semi-finals, while Foinikas' captain, Kostas Kapetanidis, noted that their team failed to close out the match at key moments.