Omar Richards is available for Aris Thessaloniki after training normally ahead of the match against Atromitos. The defender’s return to full training provides the squad with additional options for the upcoming fixture.
Aris enters this period with positive momentum. The team achieved two consecutive wins against Volos Elabet and Kifisia after the break. These results have helped stabilize the club’s recent form.
Sifis Venakis serves as an assistant coach to Michalis Grigoriou at Aris. Venakis commented on the psychological impact of the recent victories. He stated that the wins provide the team with psychology and momentum heading into the next challenge.
The upcoming opponent, Atromitos, faces a difficult run of form. Atromitos has remained without a win in their last six matches. This streak places pressure on the visiting side as they prepare to face an Aris team buoyed by recent success.
Aris Thessaloniki manager Michalis Grigoriou commended his team's mental strength following a victory over Kifisia while criticizing their lack of composure in attack.
PAOK manager Alessio Lisi will be without Dimitris Pelkas and Tom Louce for the away match against OFI, while Kiril Despodov shows positive signs of recovery.