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Olympiacos Prepares for Leverkusen Clash, El Kaabi to Return

Published January 17, 2026, 08:27

Olympiacos is focusing on the crucial Champions League match against Leverkusen after their defeat to PAOK in the Greek Cup. Coach Mendilibar has asked the players to be focused and careful, as a win is essential to maintain their chances of reaching the Top-24. Jovic is certain to start, while Ljubisic, Eliasson, Kaloskakis, Mantalos, and Koita are competing for the remaining positions in attack. A positive development is the return of Ayoub El Kaabi from the Africa Cup of Nations, who will be available to the coach for the match.