PAOK Saloniki came from behind to earn a 2-1 victory over OFI Crete in a Greek Super League encounter on Sunday, September 15th, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 02:30 at the Theodoros Vardinogiannis Stadium, saw the visitors demonstrate their championship credentials with a resilient second-half performance. OFI Crete took a surprise lead in the first half, capitalizing on a defensive error to send their home fans wild. PAOK, however, responded with increased intensity after the break, equalizing through a powerful header from a corner. The winner came from the penalty spot after a handball was detected by the VAR, allowing PAOK's captain to calmly convert and complete the turnaround. The result sees PAOK keep pace with the league leaders, while OFI is left to rue a missed opportunity for a major scalp. The OFI manager was critical of the penalty decision, calling it harsh, while the PAOK coach praised his team's character and ability to win ugly on the road.