"The final round of the UEFA Europa Conference League group stage brings a crucial clash between AEK Athens and Universitatea Craiova. Both sides have plenty to play for: AEK aim to secure direct qualification to the last 16, while Craiova need a positive result to keep their knockout hopes alive. With contrasting styles and recent form, this encounter promises intensity and tactical intrigue."
"AEK Athens are enjoying an excellent run of form across all competitions. In the Greek Super League, they sit 3rd with 34 points from 14 matches, having recorded 11 wins, 1 draw, and 2 defeats, scoring 24 goals and conceding 10. Their domestic dominance was underlined by a 5-0 victory over Panetolikos in their latest league outing, following a 4-1 win against Atromitos and a 2-0 triumph over OFI Crete."
AEK Athens enter the final group match in strong form domestically and in Europe, sitting third in the Greek Super League and collecting 10 points from five Conference League games. Recent league wins include 5-0 over Panetolikos and 4-1 against Atromitos. AEK play a possession-based game under coach Marko Nikolić, using a high defensive line and averaging 57% possession and over 11 shots per European match. Key names include Luka Jović, Aboubakary Koita and Domagoj Vida. Several players are unavailable through suspension, medical issues, or a heart condition. Universitatea Craiova need a positive result to keep knockout hopes alive.
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