Hearts and PAOK will face off in the 1st leg of the UEFA Conference League Play-offs.
The upcoming match between PAOK and Hearts is expected to be closely contested, with both teams evenly matched. Goals might be scarce in this encounter.
Hearts are eager to secure another victory following their recent 3-1 win against Rosenborg BK in the Conference League Qualifiers.
Under the guidance of Steven Naismith, Hearts have managed to score 9 goals in their last six matches. During the same period, they have conceded a total of 6 goals.
Unfortunately for Hearts’ manager, Steven Naismith, several key players will be unavailable for selection. Pollock, Gordon, Baningime, and Halkett will all be missing from the lineup.
Last 5 Games: Won: 2, Draw: 1, Lost: 2, Scored: 6, Conceded: 4, Clean Sheets: 2.
PAOK enters this match following a convincing 3-0 victory against Hajduk Split in the Conference League Qualifiers.
The PAOK defensive line has displayed consistency, allowing only 2 goals in their last 6 matches. Meanwhile, their attacking players have managed to find the net 9 times during the same period.
With a fully fit squad to choose from, PAOK’s manager, Răzvan Lucescu, has no fitness concerns ahead of the upcoming match. The team is in good health and ready for the challenge.
Last 5 Games: Won: 2, Draw: 2, Lost: 1, Scored: 9, Conceded: 4, Clean Sheets: 3.
The match will be played at the Tynecastle Park.
August 24, 2023, 19:45 UK time.