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AEK Athens Clinches Greek Title as Orbelín Pineda Shines

The Mexican midfielder’s steady club form strengthens his standing for Javier Aguirre’s 2026 roster.

Overview

  • AEK sealed the Greek Superliga with a 2-1 comeback over Panathinaikos, finished by a late strike from Portuguese winger Joao Maria.
  • Reports say Orbelín Pineda played the full match that clinched the crown and he has five goals and two assists this season.
  • The championship marks Pineda’s third trophy in Greece since 2023, adding to a Super Cup and a prior league win.
  • Two league games remain for AEK, with fixtures against PAOK and Olympiacos still to come before the season closes.
  • With World Cup selection nearing, Mexican outlets describe Pineda as a likely foreign-based call-up under coach Javier Aguirre.