Real Betis announces squad for Europa League round of 16 clash with Panathinaikos

Real Betis will travel to Athens to face Panathinaikos on March 12, 2026, at 19:45 at the OAKA stadium for the first leg of the Europa League round of 16. Manager Manuel Pellegrini announced a squad list that excludes long-term injured players Isco, Giovani Lo Celso, and Sofyan Amrabat. While Isco and Lo Celso continue their individual recovery programs, reports indicate Amrabat has returned to partial team training. The Spanish club has named 24 players in the traveling squad for the upcoming match. Meanwhile, Panathinaikos held their morning training session at the G. Kalafatis facility on March 10, featuring the return of Pedro Chirivella. Isco’s recovery is reportedly progressing, with a potential return expected after the March international break. Both teams are currently finalizing their preparations for this critical European fixture.