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Giannakopoulos: "We Will Win the Euroleague"

Published January 5, 2026, 19:20

Dimitris Giannakopoulos once again publicly expressed his belief that Panathinaikos will win the Euroleague, responding sharply to those who believe that Olympiacos has a chance to compete for the title at the Final Four to be held at the OAKA. The majority shareholder of PAE emphasized that Panathinaikos is the best team and will eliminate Olympiacos if they meet. At the same time, he criticized Olympiacos' stance on the stadium issue, implying that the team may not participate in the Final Four due to its reactions. Giannakopoulos stated that Olympiacos had reacted similarly in the past, when it believed there were injustices. Giannakopoulos' statement highlights the intense rivalry between the two teams and his determination to lead Panathinaikos to the European championship. His reference to the stadium issue adds another dimension to the case, raising questions about Olympiacos' participation in the Final Four.