PAOK Women produced a strong road performance in the A1 Women, defeating AEK Women 3-1 on 24 October 2026. After dropping a tight opening set, PAOK responded with three consecutive set wins to take control of the match and leave with a valuable away result.

Match overview

AEK started brightly in front of their home support, edging a competitive first set 25-23 through some timely attacking and a solid block. PAOK, however, regrouped quickly. The visitors leveled the match with a 25-19 second set, then moved ahead with a 25-21 third-set win as their serve-receive game improved and their outside hitters found more room. PAOK closed out the contest in the fourth set, 25-18, completing a convincing turnaround.

Key moments

The second set was the turning point. After AEK took the opener, PAOK needed to avoid falling behind 0-2. A mid-set serving run gave the visitors a cushion, and their block began to read AEK’s attack more clearly. From there, PAOK controlled the tempo, while AEK struggled to recreate the attacking rhythm that had worked in the first set.

Tactical story

PAOK’s adjustment at the service line changed the match. The visitors increased their serving pressure, forcing AEK into more predictable first-ball situations and limiting the effectiveness of AEK’s middle attack. PAOK’s block followed the ball well, and their defense picked up several important touches that turned into transition points. AEK, by contrast, became more reliant on high-ball swings and found it difficult to sustain long scoring runs.

Standout performers

PAOK’s opposite hitter was a consistent outlet throughout the comeback, while the setter managed the offense well after a shaky opening set. AEK’s libero produced several impressive defensive plays, but the home side lacked the same attacking balance in the final three sets.

League impact

The away win gives PAOK an important boost in the A1 Women standings and underlines their ability to respond after a setback. For AEK, the match offers clear lessons about maintaining rhythm after a strong start. Both teams will now turn their attention to the next round, with PAOK able to build on a disciplined road display.