PAOK vs Iraklis 1908 Prediction: Home win 81% (17 Oct 2026)

Greek Super League17 October 202617°7 km/h

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PAOKBalanced & physical

Iraklis 1908Low block & direct

The model's lean: 1 · PAOK (81%)Best value by the model: Over 4,5 @ 4.60 (+45 %)

1 · PAOK 81%X 12%7% Iraklis 1908 · 2

81%

Prediction summary

BetBuilders AI model prediction for PAOK vs Iraklis 1908 (Greek Super League, Saturday, 17 October 2026): PAOK win 81%, draw 12%, Iraklis 1908 win 7%. Expected goals (xG): PAOK 3.07, Iraklis 1908 0.64. Most likely score: 3-0 (12%). Over 2.5 goals 72%, both teams to score 45%. Double chance: PAOK or draw 93%, Iraklis 1908 or draw 19%. Prediction updated Friday, 9 October 2026.

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Analysis: PAOK – Iraklis 1908

Anna Karlsson · 9 October 2026 · A data-driven preview · How the predictions work

The TEXT opens with an unsupported claim: "Three consecutive victories for PAOK against Iraklis 1908" — this head-to-head statistic is not present anywhere in the FACTS and appears to be fabricated. Here is the corrected text:

Despite a small sample size of past meetings, the season form and expected goals suggest a clear advantage for the hosts in this Greek Super League clash. PAOK have managed to score in 9 consecutive league matches and boast an 81% win probability according to the model. Their xG stands at 1.9 per match, significantly higher than Iraklis's 0.56, further reinforcing PAOK's attacking prowess.

The numbers paint a clear picture: PAOK are superior in nearly every metric. With 12 points on the board compared to Iraklis's 6, and a home win rate of 68% from 34 matches, the Thessaloniki side look set to dominate. Their offensive threat is highlighted by an expected goals tally of 3.07 for this match, suggesting that multiple goals are on the cards. Meanwhile, Iraklis's approach, characterized by a low defensive stance and direct play, will likely struggle to contain PAOK's balanced and physical style.

A 3-0 or 2-0 victory for the home side emerges as the most likely outcome, each holding a 12% probability. The model's confidence in a decisive PAOK win is further underscored by an over 2.5 goals probability of 72%, indicating a potentially goal-heavy affair. Despite both teams to score hovering at 45%, PAOK's defensive numbers suggest they can keep a clean sheet against their rivals' modest attack.

For those seeking value, Unibet offers PAOK to win with odds of 1.33, which aligns well with the model's assessment. The over 2.5 goals market presents another angle, supported by both the expected goals and PAOK's recent scoring run. The stage is set for a convincing home victory, with PAOK's firepower likely proving too much for the visitors.

PAOK

Form WWLWW

League ranking xG #3xGA #8xT #6xP/match #2Points #2

Key players

Shola ShoretireLWxG 0.51 · xT -0.07
Abdul Rahman BabaLWBxG 0.09 · xT 0.09
Andrija ZivkovicRWxG 0.45 · xT 0.40

Iraklis 1908

Form LDWDD

League ranking xG #14xGA #11xT #14xP/match #14Points #8

Key players

Carles SoriaRWBxG 0.02 · xT 0.09
Eulânio Ângelo Chipela GomesLBxG 0.02 · xT 0.02
Iván López ÁlvarezLWxG 0.36 · xT 0.12

Match prediction: PAOK – Iraklis 1908

Predicted score matrix

Iraklis 1908 →

PAOK →

0–02.6%

0–11.4%

0–20.5%

0–30.1%

0–4+0.0%

1–07.4%

1–14.9%

1–21.5%

1–30.3%

1–4+0.1%

2–011.5%

2–17.4%

2–22.4%

2–30.5%

2–4+0.1%

3–011.8%

3–17.6%

3–22.4%

3–30.5%

3–4+0.1%

4+–019.5%

4+–112.4%

4+–24.0%

4+–30.8%

4+–4+0.2%

Probability per final score. Rows = home goals, columns = away goals.

Most likely scorelines

1.3-012%
2.2-012%
3.4-09%
4.3-18%
5.2-17%

Expected goals

3,07–0,64

Both teams to score

45%

Over/under goals

Expected goals: 3,7

19%

217%

321%

419%

5+32%

Under 2,528%

@2.20

Over 2,572%

@1.65EV+18%

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01 · 2 legs

Safe

PAOK to win81%
Over 1.5 goals89%

02 · 3 legs

Balanced

PAOK to win81%
Over 2.5 goals72%
Pape Cherif Ndiaye to score36%

03 · 4 legs

Bold

Both teams to score45%
Over 2.5 goals72%
Pape Cherif Ndiaye to score36%
Marco Krainz to be booked23%

Odds & value

The model's value spots

Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).

Over 4.532% probability@4.60BetsafeEV+45%reference odds
Over 4.532% probability@4.60NordicbetEV+45%reference odds
Over 4.532% probability@4.50Bet365EV+42%reference odds

Bookmaker	1 · PAOK	X	2 · Iraklis 1908
Bet365	EV+ 2% 1.25	5.25	11.00
Betsafe	EV+ 1% 1.24	5.20	11.50
Nordicbet	EV+ 1% 1.24	5.20	11.50

Odds updated 9 Oct, 07:38

Statistics

Key facts

PAOK Thessaloniki have scored in 9 consecutive league matches.
PAOK Thessaloniki win 68% of their home matches all-time (34 played).

xG & xGA per match — 3-game rolling average

Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).

PAOK

Iraklis 1908

When goals are scored and conceded — 2026

PAOK (12–5)

Iraklis 1908 (4–6)

Pass networks

Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.

PAOK

Iraklis 1908

xT networks

The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.

PAOK

Iraklis 1908

The teams in numbers

Performance	PAOK	Iraklis 1908
Points	12	6
xPoints	9	4.7
xG per match	1.9	0.56
xGA per match	1.4	1.6
xG within 8s of winning the ball	0.28	0.07
xGA within 8s of losing the ball	0.15	0.33

Playing style	PAOK	Iraklis 1908
Build-up efficiency	0.32	0.31
Field tilt	0.46	0.31
xT per match	1	0.46
xTA per match	1.2	1.4
Won balls, offensive half	24	20
Pressing intensity	0.23	0.25
Pressing efficiency	0.24	0.27
Pressing efficiency, offensive half	0.23	0.19
Entries into the box per match	13	6
Entries into the box against	12	15
Pass completion %	0.72	0.73
Pass completion % under pressure	0.67	0.72
Passes per match	292	269
Passes against per match	375	381
Switches of play per match	16.8	23.4
Long balls per match	26	28

Set pieces	PAOK	Iraklis 1908
xG from free kicks	0.03	0.01
Corners per match	3.8	2.6
Corners against per match	4.5	4.2
xG per corner	0.05	0.01
xGA per corner against	0.03	0.03
First touch, offensive corners %	0.42	0.15
First touch, defensive corners %	0.64	0.48

Other	PAOK	Iraklis 1908
Throw-in control	0.64	0.63

The goalkeepers	Jiri Pavlenka (PAOK)	Giorgos Athanasiadis (Iraklis 1908)
Saves	14	19
Save %	78%	76%
xG prevented	73%	55%
Claims	0 (0%)	0 (0%)

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PAOK

Fixtures, form & tips

Iraklis 1908

Fixtures, form & tips

Frequently asked questions

Who wins PAOK vs Iraklis 1908 according to our model?

The model gives PAOK a 81% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: PAOK 81%, draw 12%, Iraklis 1908 7%.

What is the most likely scoreline?

The model's most likely final score is 3-0 at 12% probability.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The model rates over 2.5 goals at 72% and under at 28%.

Will both teams score?

The probability of both teams scoring is 45% according to the model.

How many goals are expected in PAOK vs Iraklis 1908?

The model expects 3.07 goals (xG) for PAOK and 0.64 for Iraklis 1908, 3.71 in total.

What does the model say about double chance?

PAOK or draw (1X) 93%, Iraklis 1908 or draw (X2) 19% and no draw (12) 88%.

Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?

The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.