Conference League: Fiorentina vs Olympiacos Live
Preview: Fiorentina vs Olympiacos
Fiorentina vs Olympiacos is scheduled for Wednesday at 7:00pm at the Olympiako Stadio Spyros Louis in Greece. Olympiacos, a Greek powerhouse, will face last year’s runners-up Fiorentina in a bid for glory. The Italian team is determined to make up for their defeat in Prague last year and disrupt Olympiacos’ home advantage at the AEK Arena.
With their close proximity to Athens, Olympiacos will have a home advantage, easing any nerves as they enter their first continental final. Despite a poor record against Italian teams, having lost six of their last seven matches (with one win), the team under José Luis Mendilibar’s leadership is in good form, having lost only two of their last 12 games and winning eight, with two draws. Mendilibar, who took over in February, previously led Sevilla to Europa League success, giving fans of Olympiacos confidence in his ability to lead the team to victory.
Mendilibar will have positive memories from a year ago, but it was a different story for Fiorentina as they finished as runners-up in the competition, losing the final to West Ham. Winning this match would not only help them overcome that disappointment but also end a 63-year wait to bring a major European trophy to their club. Vincenzo Italiano’s team has been in good form, with only one loss in their last seven games and an unbeaten streak of 13 matches in European competitions. They are considered favorites to win the trophy. Despite not winning in their last three matches against Greek teams, all three games were against the same opponent, PAOK.
Head-to-head
There is no head to head match between these two teams.
Prediction
Both teams have reached the final after a series of thrilling victories and high-scoring matches, leading to expectations of an exciting competition. Fiorentina, known for coming close but falling short in Italian football, may face defeat after extra time and possibly penalties. If Olympiacos emerges victorious, a massive celebration will take place in the historic streets of Athens.
