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Olympiacos Ready for Uphill Battle in Leverkusen

Published February 23, 2026, 14:09
Olympiacos Ready for Uphill Battle in Leverkusen

Olympiacos is traveling to Leverkusen for the Champions League return leg against Bayer, aiming to overturn the 0-2 defeat from the first match. The squad is complete, with Youssef Yazici accompanying the team to support his teammates. Jose Luis Mendilibar's press conference will be held at 19:00, with Rodinei representing the players. The team has prepared intensively for the match and is determined to give its best to achieve the comeback. The situation is difficult, but the players believe in their abilities and the support of the fans. Training at the BayArena will take place at 20:00, just hours before the match. Olympiacos faces a major challenge, but is ready to face it with passion and determination. The team has shown that it can respond to difficult situations and will try to do its best to qualify. The support of the fans is very important for the team and will give it extra impetus.