Wolfsberger AC and PAOK Saloniki played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League qualifying tie on August 15, 2025. The 0-0 result at the Lavanttal-Arena sets up a finely balanced second leg in Greece. The Austrian side created the better chances in the first half, hitting the post and forcing the PAOK goalkeeper into a couple of smart saves. The Greek visitors grew into the game after the break but found it difficult to break down a disciplined Wolfsberger defense. Neither team could find a breakthrough, leaving the tie perfectly poised. The clean sheet at home is a positive for Wolfsberger, but PAOK will be confident of finishing the job in front of their own supporters in the decisive second leg.