AEK Athens Secures 4-0 Victory Over Celje
In a commanding performance, AEK Athens defeated Celje 4-0 at Stadion Z’dezele on March 12, 2026, significantly diminishing Celje’s hopes of advancing in the UEFA Conference League.
Barnabas Varga opened the scoring for AEK Athens just three minutes into the match, setting the tone for a dominant display. The team continued to apply pressure, with Aboubakary Koita doubling the lead in the 33rd minute, assisted by Luka Jovic.
AEK Athens extended their advantage further when Mijat Gacinovic found the net in the 36th minute, showcasing their offensive prowess. The final goal came from Harold Moukoudi, who capitalized on a rebound to seal the emphatic victory.
This result marks a significant setback for Celje, who have now lost four out of their last five encounters with AEK Athens. Prior to this match, Celje had won two of their previous three Conference League matches, but their recent form against AEK has proven challenging.
AEK Athens, on the other hand, has shown remarkable consistency, suffering only one defeat in their last 13 European matches. Their unbeaten streak in away games now stands at 12, highlighting their strength on the road.
With this defeat, Celje’s aspirations for reaching the quarter-finals have been severely impacted. Observers will be watching closely to see how Celje responds in their upcoming fixtures, as they seek to recover from this heavy loss.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the implications of this match on the overall standings, but the result certainly reshapes the dynamics of the tournament for both teams.