Berg gets only goal as Panathinaikos beats Atromitos

Associated Press

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Marcus Berg scored just before halftime to give Panathinaikos a 1-0 victory over host Atromitos in the Greek league on Sunday.

Berg's shot was blocked by goalkeeper Andrey Harbunow, but the Swedish forward scored on the rebound.

Playing before empty stands after Atromitos fans' misbehavior in a game against Olympiakos, both teams had plenty of scoring chances, especially in the first half.

Panathinaikos remained in second place, four points behind Olympiakos.

Defending champion Olympiakos can increase its lead on Monday, when it plays at Giannena.

Atromitos is seventh.

Also Sunday, Panetolikos beat Iraklis 2-0, PAOK defeated Platanias 3-0 and Panionios overcame Kerkyra 1-0.