Barcelona vs Olympiacos Piraeus Prediction & Betting Tips (21 October)

Announced as one of the contenders for the final victory, FC Barcelona marked its entry point by achieving a difficult but rather important success on the Newcastle field when entering the contest 1-2. A few weeks later, the Spaniards wanted to strike a big blow by winning against the defending champion, PSG. But facing a weakened Ile-de-France team, Hansi Flick's players were called to order by the Parisian team who ended up making the difference at the end of the match 1-2. This defeat undoubtedly left its mark on the morale of the Catalan players who then took a real beating on the field of Sevilla FC 4-1 before the international break. The Culers will want to recover next weekend during a Catalan derby against Girona in order to get back into contact with Real Madrid who are leaders. On the other hand, Olympiakos does not share the same dreams of grandeur as their opponent of the day and their ambitions in this competition are much more limited.

The Greek club would undoubtedly be satisfied to be able to finish among the first 24 in the ranking after the 8 days in order to be able to compete in the play-offs. This project is also not on the best track after a disappointing inaugural draw conceded against the modest Pafos team 0-0 and a logical defeat suffered on the field of Arsenal 2-0. On the national scene, the Piraeus Club only occupies the 3rd step of the podium in the standings behind AEK Athens and PAOK Salonika against whom it lost before the international break 2-1. Olympiakos will undoubtedly want to bounce back next weekend against a poorly ranked AEL Novibet.

Starting against PSG, Lamine Yamal (2 goals, 3 assists in La Liga) suffered a relapse from pubic discomfort. Packaged with Spain during the international break, the Spanish prodigy is hoped for this poster but his presence remains uncertain. The starting goalkeeper ter Stegen, the midfielder Gavi, the interesting Fermin Lopez and the conductor Dani Olmo are already out, while the interim goalkeeper Joan Garcia and the excellent Brazilian Raphinha (3 goals, 2 assists in La Liga) are uncertain. Finally, the Polish goalkeeper Robert Lewandowski also joined the infirmary during the international break and he should also have his turn this week along with the formidable Ferran Torres (4 goals), also injured. The English winger Rashford, author of a very good double during the first day, will be present. In midfield, Hansi Flick should certainly renew his confidence in the excellent Pedri, associated with the Dutchman de Jong. For Olympiakos, long-absent midfielder Bakoulas will not be able to make the trip to Catalonia.

The same should be true for Ukrainian striker Yaremchuk and Brazilian full-back Rodinei. In addition to this, goalkeeper Botis, defenders Ruben Vezo and Mancha, former Losc midfielders Cabella and Yacizi and striker Angelakis were not included on the list of players authorized to play in this competition. As for the Greek forces, we will certainly find in the middle the formidable Chiquinho who displays very good statistics in the league with 4 goals and 2 assists to his credit. Of course, the prolific El Kaabi (3 goals, 1 assist) should take his place at the forefront of the attack. Also watch out for defender Retsos (2 goals) and Iranian Taremi (2 goals) who can also be dangerous. 

• Summary: Barcelona is going head to head with Olympiacos FC starting on 21 Oct 2025 at 16:45 UTC at Olímpic Lluís Companys stadium, Barcelona city, Spain. The match is a part of the UEFA Champions League .
• Barcelona Feedinco Rating: 6.91
• Olympiacos Piraeus Feedinco Rating: 6.76