Arsenal is set to face Olympiacos in a midweek Champions League clash following a strong victory against Newcastle United. The Gunners have not played against Olympiacos since 2021, making this match especially intriguing. Historically, these teams have clashed 12 times since 2009, adding to the anticipation.
In their opening Champions League match this season, Arsenal secured a 2-0 win over Athletic Club. In the meantime, Olympiacos struggled to break through against Pafos FC, finishing the match with a goalless draw despite their opponents being a player short for most of the game. Although Olympiacos has a rich history and experience, they face a formidable opponent in Arsenal, who is likely to make notable changes from their recent squad.
Projected Arsenal Lineup vs. Olympiacos
Mikel Arteta is expected to rotate his squad significantly. Here is how Arsenal could potentially line up on Wednesday night:
- GK: David Raya – The first-choice goalkeeper is likely to retain his spot.
- RB: Ben White – Returning to the lineup after being rested against Newcastle.
- CB: Cristhian Mosquera – Following a tough outing, he aims to redeem himself.
- CB: Gabriel – He is expected to maintain his position after a strong performance.
- LB: Myles Lewis-Skelly – A likely debut in the starting XI after limited opportunities.
- CM: Christian Nørgaard – Set to provide stability in midfield.
- CM: Mikel Merino – He may start after a critical role in the last match.
- CM: Martin Ødegaard – Ready to make a significant impact following limited appearances due to injuries.
- RW: Bukayo Saka – Expected to continue his recovery and contribute effectively.
- ST: Viktor Gyökeres – Coming off an encouraging performance, he’ll seek to capitalize.
- LW: Gabriel Martinelli – Aiming to regain a starting spot after impactful appearances off the bench.
Arteta’s team possesses the flexibility to shuffle their lineup, ensuring they remain competitive against Olympiacos. With players returning from injury and the overall depth of the squad, Arsenal is poised for a strong showing in the Champions League.
