Anderlecht vs PAOK Stats: Head-to-Head Record and Past Meetings

Anderlecht host PAOK at Lotto Park in Anderlecht on 13 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:30 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 2026 season, 3rd Qualifying Round. This second-leg clash will decide who progresses towards the group stage, adding significant weight to every detail in the Anderlecht vs PAOK stats ahead of kick-off.

The tie is finely poised after the first meeting in Thessaloniki in the same round of the competition. With Europa League qualification and valuable coefficient points on the line, the atmosphere at Lotto Park should be intense as Anderlecht look to capitalise on home advantage while PAOK chase a turnaround on aggregate. In this context, understanding the Anderlecht vs PAOK stats and the limited but meaningful head-to-head history is essential to framing expectations.

Head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record between Anderlecht and PAOK in the UEFA Europa League is based on a very small sample but already shows a clear edge for the Belgian side.

• Previous meetings: 1
• Anderlecht wins: 1
• Draws: 0
• PAOK wins: 0

Anderlecht vs PAOK Timeline & Historical Context

The Anderlecht vs PAOK timeline in European competition begins with their first recorded clash on 6 August 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round at Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki. In that match, PAOK were the home side and Anderlecht the visitors, setting the stage for a demanding away assignment for the Belgian club.

On 6 August 2026, PAOK vs Anderlecht finished 0-1 in favour of the visitors. The half-time score was 0-1, and the game was decided within the 90 minutes, as indicated by the full-time status. The match formed the first leg of this qualifying tie, giving Anderlecht an initial advantage in the contest for a place in the next Europa League phase.

With only this single fixture in the recorded Anderlecht vs PAOK timeline, the rivalry is still in its infancy. However, the existing result already shapes the narrative: Anderlecht have shown they can win in Thessaloniki, while PAOK now travel to Belgium needing to overturn a one-goal deficit in a high-stakes European qualifier.

Anderlecht vs PAOK Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers are limited but still allow for a concise statistical breakdown of how these two sides have matched up so far.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Anderlecht 1 - 0 PAOK
• Average Goals per Match: Anderlecht 1.00 vs PAOK 0.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Anderlecht's stadium: 0 matches played here — Anderlecht won 0 (as home side), PAOK won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At PAOK's stadium: 1 match played here — PAOK won 0 (as home side), Anderlecht won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Anderlecht vs PAOK Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Anderlecht vs PAOK last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 06 August 2026: PAOK 0-1 Anderlecht (Half-time: 0-1) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Anderlecht Matches Results and Stats

For Anderlecht, the available record in the UEFA Europa League 2026 season to date shows a strong start. Across 3 matches (1 at home and 2 away), Anderlecht have yet to lose, with 2 wins and 1 draw. Offensively, they have scored 5 goals, averaging 3.0 goals per game at home and 1.0 away, while conceding only 2 goals overall. Defensively, they allow an average of 1.0 goal per home match and 0.5 away, indicating a relatively solid back line. They have kept 1 clean sheet and have scored in every game so far, underlining a balanced and effective approach heading into this second leg at Lotto Park.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Europa League 2026)

Last 5 PAOK Matches Results and Stats

PAOK’s Europa League 2026 season to date also reflects competitive form, with 3 matches played (2 at home, 1 away). They have 2 wins and 1 loss, showing they are capable of strong performances but are not invulnerable, particularly highlighted by the 0-1 home defeat to Anderlecht. PAOK have scored 5 goals in total, averaging 1.0 goal per home match and an impressive 3.0 away, suggesting they can be dangerous on their travels. Defensively, they have conceded 3 goals, with 0.5 goals per home match and 2.0 away. They have registered 1 clean sheet but have also failed to score in 1 game, pointing to some inconsistency in attack despite a generally positive record.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Europa League 2026)

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical standpoint, the sample size in the Anderlecht vs PAOK head-to-head record is extremely small, with only one match played so far. That encounter, a 0-1 away win for Anderlecht in Thessaloniki on 6 August 2026, gives the Belgian side a narrow edge both in results and in aggregate terms ahead of the return leg. Overall goals stand at 1-0 in Anderlecht’s favour, and the average goals per match underline their slight superiority in this early-stage rivalry.

Season-to-date Europa League form suggests both teams are competitive: Anderlecht are unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw, combining consistent scoring with a relatively tight defence, while PAOK have 2 wins and 1 loss, showing strong attacking potential, especially away from home, but with a slightly more open defensive profile. History points to Anderlecht having the psychological and statistical advantage after winning in Thessaloniki, yet PAOK’s attacking numbers indicate they have the tools to make this second leg highly competitive. Overall, the trends lean marginally towards Anderlecht, particularly with home advantage and the aggregate lead, but the limited head-to-head history keeps this tie open from a statistical perspective.

Anderlecht vs PAOK H2H Statistics updated on 08 August 2026.