27/01/2026 16:43

PAOK FC in coordination with the government and Romanian authorities
PAOK FC is in direct contact with the relevant government ministers, as well as with the Romanian authorities and the Greek embassy in Bucharest. The club is already taking care of the treatment of the injured, the repatriation of the deceased to Greece, and providing support to the families of those who lost their lives. PAOK representatives are already traveling to the area of the tragedy, accompanied by a lawyer, to address potential legal matters and ensure effective handling of any arising issues. A statement from Ivan Savvidis is also expected shortly.

“Many young lives were lost unfairly and violently,” says SUPER 3 of Aris
Today our thoughts are heavy. Many young lives were lost unfairly and violently, leaving behind families, friends, and people who will never be the same.

We express our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the families and loved ones of the victims.

Human life is above rivalries, symbols, and divisions. On the same roads, we all travel.

—SUPER 3

The deceased were from Katerini, Imathia, and Western Thessaloniki
According to the latest information, the PAOK fans who died were from Katerini, Alexandria in Imathia (3 people), and Western Thessaloniki.

The victims’ ages range from 28 to 30 years old.

27/01/2026 16:01
Families of the victims are being informed
The authorities are informing the families of the PAOK supporters who lost their lives in the road accident in Romania.

27/01/2026 16:13
PAOK: Call for calm and responsibility
PAOK FC is calling for calm and responsibility at this time. The “black-and-white” club stresses that unconfirmed information should not be circulated, as it may cause panic or confusion, especially at such a sensitive moment.

At the same time, it is noted that PAOK is in constant communication with the competent authorities, both at Greek and European level, in order to gain a clear picture of what has happened and the condition of those involved. The club emphasizes that any official update will be issued only when there is reliable and cross-checked information.

27/01/2026 16:11
Angeloudis’ condolences for the tragedy involving PAOK supporters
The Mayor of Thessaloniki, Stelios Angeloudis, posted the following message on social media regarding the tragedy in Romania:
“In Thessaloniki today, the nightmarish memories of October 4, 1999 were revived. Our thoughts are with the PAOK supporters who lost their lives in Romania, on their way to watch their beloved team play away from home.

My sincere condolences to the families of the victims of this tragic accident, and a speedy recovery to the injured.”

27/01/2026 16:06
Seven victims confirmed, says the Greek Embassy in Romania
Seven people, all PAOK supporters travelling to France in a tourist van, are the death toll from the tragic accident following a head-on collision in the village of Laghoz, near Timisoara, Romania, as confirmed by the Greek Embassy in Bucharest.

At 17:00, an embassy delegation will travel to the scene of the accident, which is located a seven-hour drive from the Romanian capital.

27/01/2026 16:04
Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with Romanian authorities
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been in immediate contact and cooperation with the Romanian authorities since the accident became known. Staff from the Greek Embassy in Bucharest are travelling immediately to the scene for the swift completion of all required procedures and to monitor the condition of the injured.