Ghanaian defender Baba Rahman played a key role in PAOK FC’s commanding 4-0 victory over Shamrock Rovers in their Europa League qualifier on Thursday. Rahman, who scored a late goal to seal the win, had an eventful match, with PAOK initially taking control but seeing their first-half goal disallowed after a VAR review found a foul by Rahman. Despite this setback, PAOK gained the lead just before halftime with an own goal by Shamrock’s Daniel Cleary. Brazilian midfielder Taison doubled the advantage early in the second half, and Shamrock’s chances faded further when Joshua Honohan was sent off following a second yellow card. Giannis Konstantelias added a third goal before Rahman capped off the performance with his late strike. This victory puts PAOK in a strong position ahead of the second leg at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin next week. Rahman’s goal marked his first in the Europa League qualifiers, continuing his impressive form after scoring six goals last season and helping PAOK secure the Greek title.