Read our prediction for Dynamo Kyiv vs PAOK below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
Dynamo Kyiv vs PAOK Prediction & Betting tips
Dynamo Kyiv and Greek side PAOK Thessaloniki face off on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round. Venue: Neutral ground at the Motor Lublin Arena in Lublin, Poland, due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The winner of this aggregate tie will advance to play either Hammarby or Anderlecht. The historical record between these clubs is incredibly sparse, dating back 50 years: Total Meetings: 2 games (1976–77 European Cup). Results: Dynamo Kyiv won 6-0 on aggregate (4-0 home, 2-0 away). Recent Data: No meetings in modern competitive football.
Dynamo Kyiv:
Squeezed through the first qualifying round without scoring a single goal in open play. They registered two consecutive 0-0 draws against Romanian outfit Universitatea Cluj before winning 4-2 on penalties. 20-year-old forward Matviy Ponomarenko, who scored 13 league goals last season, leads the attack alongside veteran midfielder Andrii Iarmolenko. Seeking defensive stability but desperately needing to break their current goal-scoring drought in European competitions.
PAOK:
This fixture marks their first competitive match of the 2026–27 season. They boast superior recent European pedigree, having played in the full Europa League group stage last season with notable wins over Lille and Ferencvaros. Fresh and heavily favored by pundits due to Dynamo’s offensive struggles and the neutral venue disadvantage.
Dynamo Kyiv vs PAOK head to head matches
03.11.76 CL PAOK vs Dyn. Kyiv 0:2
20.10.76 CL Dyn. Kyiv vs PAOK 4:0
* Our advice is: UNDER 2.5 GOALS
* Selection odd for this bet is: 1.65
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