Brann Holds PAOK to 1-1 Draw in Greece

Brann looked set for an away victory against PAOK but had to settle for a 1-1 draw in their first Europa League qualifying match on Thursday night. The Norwegian team struggled in the first half as PAOK dominated and created several chances, but Brann improved significantly after halftime.

The visitors took the lead in the 57th minute when Kristian Eriksen converted from a Joachim Soltvedt assist. However, PAOK equalized in the 80th minute through substitute Baba Rahman, who headed in from a corner kick. The second leg will be played at Brann Stadion next Thursday, with the aggregate winner securing a place in the Europa League group stage. mchezo.co.za