PAOK Thessaloniki FC emerged victorious against Lamia in the Greek Super League, with Ghanaian defender Baba Rahman stealing the spotlight with a decisive late goal.
The match played on a Sunday afternoon, kept fans on the edge of their seats as both teams battled it out on the field.
Despite a goalless first half and numerous missed opportunities, PAOK remained determined. The head-to-head record favored PAOK significantly, with Lamia failing to secure a single victory in their previous encounters against the Thessaloniki-based club.
The breakthrough came in the 71st minute when Brazilian midfielder Taison showcased his skill with a magnificent goal, giving PAOK the lead and setting the stage for a potential victory. With Lamia struggling to mount a comeback, PAOK continued to press forward, eager to solidify their position in the match.
In the dying moments of the game, in the 90th minute plus injury time, Baba Rahman, the former Chelsea defender, made his mark with a crucial goal, assisted by Brandon. The goal sealed PAOK’s triumph with a final score of 2-0, further reinforcing their dominance over Lamia in their head-to-head clashes.
Baba Rahman has played 17 games, scored four goals, and assisted two goals in the Greek top flight this season.
