The coach of the podium: The dominance of AEK until… 4-3-3 of Jovanovic

Draws 1-1 came the Panathinaikos and AEK on the Avenue as part of the 1st game of the Playoffs of Super League 1.

In a match where the hosts found it fast goal (4 ‘Aitor), which, however, they did not use. Since then, the “Union” has been sovereign inside the field, equalizing with the execution of Amrabat penalty in 45 ‘+ 2’.

Excellent pressing and inhibitory organization from the guests, who on the one hand hindered the development of Panathinaikos and on the other created clearly more and more remarkable phases. All this until 59 ‘when the formation change of Ivan Jovanovic (from 4-2-3-1 to 4-3-3) but also the entry of three relaxed players brought balance to the game.

In detail, the key points for the 1-1 in the derby according to the “coach of the podium”:

* The dominance of AEK:

Very good game for the “Union”. Specifically, her best appearance in a derby this year. The whole Socrates Ofridopoulos dominated most of the Avenue race. Something that was based on exceptional pressure high -which kept the ball “alive” in key points and prevented the build up of the hosts (important and the absence of Veleth) – and on the other hand in good inhibitory function (except of course the 1-0 phase).

The “biceps” played with me greater depth in defense compared to the derby two weeks ago at the same stadium (with the nightmarish results of 3-0). Excellent h organization on the axis (good cooperation of Simoes-Hadjisafi), with Amrabat and Chumber trying to help with duplication their. In short, the guests not only did not take risks, but created the conditions – mainly with thefts – to threaten. However, although they created several phases, they lacked the substance.

Of course, the formation change from Panathinaikos in the 59th minute blocked them, while in some places they seemed to prefer a draw rather than take a risk. Another very good match from him Amrabat (well-aimed penalty kick won after an excellent ball in the back of the defense, among others).

* Individual mistakes continue to hurt her:

One of the main black spots of the whole season for AEK, regardless of the coaches: The individual mistakes! So he conceded the goal in the recent derby with him PAOK (opening of the wall and bad calculation by Tsintonas), so it was equalized by Star last Sunday (6/3) due to the mistake of the offside game by Simoes, so it became 1-0 today. It all started with his risky vertical transfer trolling Mitoglou. Of course, he also has a partial responsibility Amrabat, who could have gone more vigorously in the claim with Juankar who committed the theft. It is a pity for the “Union” to concede goals due to lack of concentration. Especially when it happens at the beginning of the match.

* AEK’s reaction after 1-0:

The scene in the two derbies of Panathinaikos and AEK in Leoforos is similar, with the hosts taking an early lead with a goal by Aitor. The truth is that AEK had phases in the first of the two games. Nevertheless, her reaction today was clearly more convincing. Something that was reflected both with her final efforts and with the goal she found.

* The blocked -and with a lack of creativity- Panathinaikos:

At least mediocre today is the appearance of the “greens” for most of the match. First of all, did not take advantage of the quick goal that they noted. In fact, sometimes they seemed to rest on it, perhaps partly afraid to take risks. But the essence was hidden in lack of energy and creation. The pressure of AEK put hard on the whole of Ivan Jovanovic, who had difficulty holding the ball and growing. The “weapons” of the “clover”, Palace and Aitorwas basically out of the fight, with him Gacinovic also be cut off until forced at halftime. Except of course for the 1-0 phase.

* The catalytic change to 4-3-3 for the “greens”:

A key point in the match was formation change for Panathinaikos in 59 ‘, which was combined with triple change (Mauricio, Kotsiras and Vigiafanies took the places of Kourbelis, Sanchez and Carlitos, respectively). Jovanovic put it aside 4-2-3-1 and continued with 4-3-3, something that came out in his team, which has since balanced in the center field and consequently in the game. The hosts now had better organization on the axis, being more “fortified” against the offensive initiatives of AEK. Alongside, they held more ball, although this was not reflected as much in the production of phases. The lack of energy was evident up to that point, with the three newcomers helping in this area as well.

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