Lineups
Arsenal: [Predicted XI]
Olympiacos: [Predicted XI]
(Official lineups to be confirmed closer to kick-off.)
Prediction
Arsenal look stronger and more balanced, while Olympiacos’ lack of goals is a real concern. Expect the Gunners to edge this one comfortably at home.
Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Olympiacos.
Arsenal vs Olympiacos Preview: Gunners Out to Settle a European Rivalry
Arsenal and Olympiacos meet again in a rivalry that has become a European classic. This will be their 13th clash in continental competition, with both sides winning six times each and none of the 12 previous encounters ending in a draw. Tonight at the Emirates, the Gunners aim to extend their group-stage winning streak while Olympiacos look to prove they’re still a thorn in Arsenal’s side.
Match Info
- Competition: UEFA Champions League
- Matchday: 2 of 8
- Date: Today
- Kick-off: 22:00 (local time)
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
Pre-Match Insights
- Historic Rivalry: Arsenal and Olympiacos have faced each other 12 times, each winning six. This fixture has never ended in a draw.
- Arteta vs Olympiacos: Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have played Olympiacos four times (W2, L2). Notably, the Greeks eliminated Arsenal in 2019/20 before the Gunners got revenge the following season.
- Olympiacos in England: Olympiacos have won two of their last three away games against English sides, including a famous 1-0 win at the Emirates in 2021. That equals their tally from the previous 17 trips (W2, L15).
- Arsenal’s Group Stage Run: Arsenal have won each of their last five group-stage matches in the Champions League — their best run since a six-game streak in 2004/05.
- Olympiacos Goal Drought: Olympiacos have scored only one goal in their last six Champions League games, despite attempting 51 shots and hitting the target 11 times.
Things to Watch Out For
- Will Arsenal extend their group-stage winning streak to six?
- Can Olympiacos find goals again after their recent drought?
- Another chapter in a fierce European rivalry — will it be settled tonight?
Final Thoughts
Olympiacos have haunted Arsenal before, but this time the balance looks firmly in the Gunners’ favor. At the Emirates, with form on their side, Arsenal should take another step toward knockout qualification.
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