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So much more satisfying that goal difference is the first tie breaker. Never thought I’d be saying that for a low scoring team historically like us but I’m cautiously optimistic. BRING THE HEAT BOYS. THE 11 YEAR TOURNAMENT DROUGHT ENDS WITH THIS CAMPAIGN. PAME PALIKARIA

The minute there’s a little hype around this team and they start pulling in crowds they lay a massive egg in big games. They did it with the game against England here, they did it against Georgia and now Denmark.

It goes without saying, this game will be far tougher than the one against Belarus. The Danes who have been mainstays at major tournaments for the last 7 or so years, have been able to build that solid record of qualification on a strong defence. They have been typically tough to break down and have had plenty of results by keeping a clean sheet. So it will be the first real test for our young guns and all their attacking flair. I expect Denmark will look to keep it tight and allow us to have the bulk of possession. Our attack has been blowing teams away, so an early goal and who knows. But I would anticipate a cat and mouse game. I don't expect Jovanovic to make any changes to the starting 11 that we saw today. Even though plenty (myself included) wanted to see Konstantelias instead of Bakasetas, you can't deny Bakasetas has performed time and time again for the Ethniki. He had another good game against the Belarusians, so I don't think he will be dropped for this one.

Looking at a Scottish forum. They clearly think we are the best team in the group. Hopefully we make their words come true…

This is how a big football nation that is serious starts their campaign against lesser nations. So far so good pame! Karetsas 3rd minute goal lol. What a start..

Let's pump the break on all this negative talk. Konstantelias is uber talented, that is why PAOK is getting offer of $20M plus. We had not faced a team that was patient like Denmark and could counter like that. I am sure Jovanovic will see what we did wrong and fix it. We are a young team, these things take time..

This was a good lesson. We went away from what got us here. We beat England in Wembley and can't beat Denmark at home? Taking Karetsas out was the wrong move. Kourbelis should not start going forward.

What a game!! We look good!! When was the last time we could actually score goals like this…ever??? Remember when we had Santos, we had a good team but every game was 1-0…

Good call..

0-0 so far in Copenhagen I sense a 4th goal is coming for Greece soon

Our only chance now is getting 2nd as the chance at first is done. What looked to be a dream start by winning and having Scotland and Denmark draw, now looks to be a bad result for us. Would have been better if Denmark beat Scotland. To have at chance at 2nd and a playoff we need to beat Scotland twice and hope for at least a draw in Denmark. (Tough task) I’m still excited about this young team regardless of the result tonight. It’s by far the most skilled team we’ve had and as these kids grow together they will eventually learn how to handle these big games. We need to find a way to take 2nd I can’t handle missing another tournament..

Pains to say but it's true. Not sure if it's nerves or expectation but they aren't looking great in front of the home crowd, which you would think is the opposite in football. They play better in all the away match. Denmark head and shoulders better today, the game turning clearly from copping the first goal, which allowed them to sit even deeper and hit us on the counter. We went from dreaming to now hoping in a flash. It did not appear we were on Denmark's level in any aspect deeply humbling and concerning.

Greece have to win out all 4 matches to win the group, unfortunately that will not happen.

I get Bakasetas coming on but taking off Karetsas when we are chasing a goal? He was one of our few bright lights.

You know you completely messed up those changes when the announcers even call you out.

Big fail on the changes. You’re chasing a goal You don’t take off your most skilled players. Now, as I say this watch them score.

For those of us in the states, it may be carried on Amazon Prime...

One of the more interesting football accounts on twitter and instagram updated their direct qualification probabilities after yesterday's games. Before, Denmark was slightly favored to win the group. Obviously it is still early days but Monday will be potentially huge, one way or the other. This is probably the most evenly matched group (statistically) in UEFA qualifying.

Dominant win for Greece, the first half was an incredible attacking display and we could have scored 6 goals. Its a shame we gave away a penalty even though it was not one. I watched the last 30 mins of the Denmark match and I was not impressed by them. They did not generate much until the last 10 minutes. Scotland had a better and clear chance to take the win. Great result for the Ethniki and I think Greece will jump all over Denmark and try and put them away early.

We're in the driving seat now, nice!

Greece 4-0 Belarus HT Standing O from the crowd in Piraeus and deservingly so!

Karetsas loops it in, perfectly placed header by Pavlidis

That link is right and I used it to buy tickets when Hellas played Scotland earlier this year in Nations League. I live in Canada but obviously of Greek descent but I don't have AMKA. You don't need it for National Team games. I think they asked for passport number when purchasing the ticket on that link but that was it. I got the tickets on my smartphone and scanned them at the gate security and was in no problem.

Greece need to score as many as possible vs Belarus as goal difference is the first tie breaker in World Cup qualifying. The match vs Denmark will be a tight contest even though Greece are more talented than Denmark they are a well organized side. Lets hope Greece can get the two wins here at home and also see a draw with Scotland vs Denmark. Lets GO GREECE!!

A 0-5 win in Malta for the lads in the first qualifier for Euro 2027. Pnevmonidis and Koutsias two goals each. Rallis completing the manita.

I wouldn't have subbed out Konstantelias and Karetsas straight away in the second half. Konstantelias looked out of it, but I would have waited until around the 60th minute mark to make changes. It was only 0-1 at that point, and these guys can create something out of nothing. It was too early to sub them out. I agree that Kourbelis shouldn't have even been in the squad, but the fact that we haven't got anyone else with height and quality yet shows that we lack real depth in this position. It's inexcusable to leave out Mouzakitis in this game; he would have brought something. He's our most creative central midfielder at the moment. I thought Zafeiris played well. He ran, covered, tackled, and even produced some individual brilliance with the ball. He's been a great addition. We need to replace Kourbelis in my opinion, and hopefully, some young player emerges soon and takes his spot. Mouzakitis should start, but we also need another player with height and quality. I expected more out of Pavlidis; I thought some of his touches were off, and the same can be said about Tzolis. We still played well, and the attacking intent is there. Also, to Denmark's credit, they were on it defensively today, getting to the ball as quickly as possible. It's a great learning curve for the young guys, as this team is mostly young, and so it should be. It's all still to play for. We have great players and should learn from our mistakes. We need more depth in some positions and quality depth. Let's all be patient with the team, as the right pieces are mostly in place with a few adjustments. I believe in this team.

Yeh i'd say the 3rd we got caught out not even mentioning Tsolakis brain fade but the game was already over at that point. When the game was up for grabs we couldnt get out of our own half, thanks to sloppy play. The 2nd goal infuriated me we just completely backed off. Denmarks coaching staff would have been doing cartwheels when Karetsas got subbed out, the one player they can change the game with 1-2 touches gets taken out.

What was Jovanovich doing tonight? Kourbelis dribbling to nowhere infront of our goal? Why did he keep him in? Tzolis had no touch on the ball tonight, really poor. Zaferis was our best player. I don't know what to say I was not expecting such a dismal performance.

Did Denmark really counter though? They bossed the game and half the time it was our guys passing it straight to them. They're a good outfit but we made them look like a top 5 team. Now we have to tie Scotland at least to keep 2nd in play, a loss there and its pretty much done, the nations league result is irrelevant.

Kourbelis had a bad game. I understand taking out Delias for Bakesetas to calm things down but Karetsas for Masouras???

Every time we get to the final third, nothing...

Not a good first half. Not sure they will be able to turn it around in the second. Denmark has the ability to now shut it down and slow the entire game down. It’s going to take everything now just to get a point out of this game.

Kick save and a beauty by Tzolakis on the free kick!

We are fast but sloppy - the goal was bc Kourbelis error

Greece is the team that wants a high tempo match - when have we ever been described as such?

I've never heard a commentator describe a Greece game as "a mouthwatering prospect awaits"

No way he actually benched him … RESPECT COACH

Game is sold out. PAMEEEEEEE!!!

^ 100% Team released an announcement video (with comments turned off) for this kid from Belarus. I'm hoping this is a B team kid. https://www.transfermarkt.com/pavel-apetenok/profil/spieler/1021348

I found out that Christian Eriksen did not play in the home match vs. Scotland, so he will be out for this match as well.

Going into this game with Denmark having drawn at home. Could be a huge chance to build up a lead here. Definitely need a win; could get unlucky in one or two of the three remaining tough games after this.

FULL TIME Greece 5 Belarus 1

Yeah, he clearly tucked his arm. Pity call there

Bakasetas arm was tucked in and should not be given a penalty.

Goal!!!

He can’t keep getting away with this 😂😂

PAVLIDIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tossing the diving instructor a bone with the easy game, huh

Starting 11: Τζολάκης, Βαγιαννίδης, Μαυροπάνος, Κουλιεράκης, Τσιμίκας, Κουρμπέλης, Ζαφείρης, Καρέτσας, Τζόλης, Παυλίδης, Μπακασέτας.

Tzimas who signed with Brighton over the summer for around 25 Million Euros, made his debut this morning in League Cup. He came off the bench in the 66nd minute and managed to score twice and grab an assist in that time as Brighton ran out comfortable 6-0 winners against Championship side Oxford United. It was the first time he had been included in the matchday squad, as he and Kostoulas had played for Brighton's Under 21 side in the first couple of weeks of this new season. It remains to be seen how often he is used in this upcoming season, it may very well be a season over development where he plays mainly in Cup competitions and off the bench. He has done his first team prospects no harm with his superb debut. His first goal is at 8.55 into the below video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C24yzJKC_4M&ab_channel=OfficialBrighton%26HoveAlbionFC