PAOK Saloniki and Wolfsberger AC played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League qualifier on August 8, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 01:30, ended 0-0, leaving the tie finely balanced ahead of the return fixture. The game was a cagey affair with both teams prioritizing defensive solidity over attacking flair. PAOK, playing at home in Thessaloniki, had the majority of possession but struggled to break down a disciplined Wolfsberger backline. The Austrian visitors created a few promising counter-attacks but were equally unable to find a decisive finish. The key moment came late in the second half when a PAOK forward was brought down in the box, but after a lengthy VAR review, the referee waved away the penalty appeals, much to the home crowd's frustration. The result means the second leg in Austria will be a straight shootout, with both teams knowing a single goal could be enough to progress to the next round of European competition.