PAOK Saloniki won the Thessaloniki derby, defeating rivals Aris Thessaloniki 3-1 in the Greek Super League on Sunday, December 8th, 2025. This heated local clash, kicking off at 01:30, was played in a fiery atmosphere, with PAOK ultimately proving too strong for their city rivals. PAOK established a commanding lead with two first-half goals, showcasing their attacking quality, and although Aris fought back with a goal after the break to create some tension, PAOK sealed the victory with a late third goal. The win was crucial for PAOK's ambitions near the top of the table and delivered a psychological blow to their direct rivals. The three points solidified PAOK's position as the dominant force in Thessaloniki for this season. The PAOK manager celebrated a derby win executed to perfection, while the Aris coach was left to rue defensive mistakes in a big game. The derby lived up to its passionate reputation, with PAOK emerging victorious.