Ehsan Hajsafi

Panionios beats Apollon 2-0 to stay perfect

Panionios is one of only two Greek league teams to maintain a perfect record after two rounds, defeating Apollon Smyrnis 2-0 Sunday.

Defending champion Olympiakos, which beat Lamia 1-0 Saturday, also has six points.

Wingback Ehsan Hajsafi opened the scoring for hosts Panionios in the 39th with a solo effort, splitting the defense and scoring from close range.

Iranian Panionios players rebuked

Iran's semi-official Fars news agency reportedly said Friday that the country's soccer federation has issued a condemnation of two Iranian players belonging to Greek club Panionios for taking part in a match against Israel's Maccabi Tel Aviv in a Europa League match on Thursday.