PAOK had already secured qualification to the UEFA Europa League group stage from the first leg. In Copenhagen, they aimed to certify the team’s progress through a solid performance and a positive result. The “Double-Headed Eagle” responded in style by displaying the right mentality.

With regards to the fans, Ergys Kace was the best player on the pitch. With his trademark incessant running, his mature and substantial game, he dominated in midfield and was starred both in defence and attack. He had several steals and good positioning, while also initiating plays and taking most of the team’s set pieces. His assist to Ricardo Costa was the highlight of his performance.

In the poll held by paokfc.gr for Fans’ Man of the Match against Brøndby IF in Copenhagen, Ergys Kace collected 39% of the vote, leaving Ricardo Costa (17%) and Alexandros Tziolis (8%) behind him.

After claiming the MVP award last season, Kace looks ready to make one further step in his career. He has improved several elemens of his game and is expected to become a vital cog of the “Double-Headed Eagle’s” machine compiled by Igor Tudor.