Levi Rothermund
Olympiacos travel to Belgium on July 24 for a pre-season friendly against Antwerp at the Bosuilstadion. José Luis Mendilibar’s side sit at position 299 in the friendly standings this July, with two wins, one draw, and one loss from four outings. Antwerp, managed by Faris Haroun, have played three games and hold just one win, making this a match where the Greek side carry a clear edge on paper.
Roman Yaremchuk is the player to watch for Olympiacos. The Ukrainian forward registered three shots in the most recent match against Ajax and has been active across the attacking third. For Antwerp, without detailed lineup data available, the squad’s collective response after a 0-1 loss to Bochum will be telling.
One stat that stands out from Olympiacos’s last outing: despite a 0-1 defeat to Ajax, they produced 11 total shots and 15 free kicks, suggesting they generated chances even against quality opposition.
| 🏆 Tournament: | International Club Friendly 2026, July Phase |
| 🏟 Venue: | Bosuilstadion, Antwerp |
| 🗓️ Date: | 24.07.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 19:00 CEST |
Olympiacos vs Antwerp Prediction
Olympiacos have the better form across the last 30 days, winning two of four with a 50% winrate compared to Antwerp’s 33% across three games. The Greeks also show more consistency across 2026 as a whole, winning 12 of 26 matches versus Antwerp’s 8 from 26. The world club ranking gap is substantial, with Olympiacos ranked 42nd globally against Antwerp at 460th.
Antwerp’s home advantage is real, but their recent 0-1 loss to Bochum and a draw with PSV suggest they struggle to control matches against better-organized sides. Olympiacos, even when losing to Ajax, generated real volume in attack. We think Olympiacos are the value pick here, especially at 2.30.
On style, Olympiacos recorded 12 fouls and 2 yellow cards in their last match, which points to a team that presses actively. Antwerp’s stats from recent matches are not available, but their draw with PSV and win over Kermt Hasselt suggest a side still finding pre-season rhythm. Olympiacos’s pass accuracy of 286 out of 365 passes in the Ajax game shows they can build play even under pressure.
- We back Olympiacos to win this friendly at 2.30, given their superior ranking, stronger form, and clear attacking intent.
- Over 2.5 goals is a reasonable secondary angle — Olympiacos scored 6 goals in four July matches, and Antwerp have conceded in two of their three.
- BTTS Yes is worth considering given Antwerp’s home setting and Olympiacos’s tendency to leave space when pressing high.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Olympiacos to Win & Over 1.5 Goals |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Over 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 7.5 |
Team Analysis
Olympiacos enter this match having played four games in July. Their most recent fixture was a 0-1 defeat to Ajax on July 18 — a result that looks worse than the performance. They put 11 shots on goal, produced 15 free kicks, and had four corners. The issue was finishing and defensive concentration at the back. Before that, they beat Fortuna Sittard 3-1 and Rakow 2-1, with a 1-1 draw against Leuven in between. Across the last 30 days they have a 50% win rate. Mendilibar’s 4-4-2 setup looks to press high and generate wide play, which fits the profile of a team that creates volume even when results don’t go their way.
Antwerp have had a quieter July. Their last match was a 2-0 win over amateur side Kermt Hasselt on July 19, which followed a 0-1 loss to Bochum on July 18 — a tight turnaround. Before that they drew 1-1 with PSV, a respectable result, and beat Westerlo 2-0 earlier in the month. Their 33% win rate over three games reflects a side still building match sharpness. The 4-2-3-1 favored by Haroun gives them structure in midfield, but they have not yet been tested by a side of Olympiacos’s caliber this pre-season.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Olympiacos | Antwerp |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 0 | 0 |
| Total shots | 11 | — |
| Free kicks | 15 | — |
| Corner kicks | 4 | — |
| Total fouls | 12 | — |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 78% | — |
| Interceptions | 9 | — |
| Offsides | 5 | — |
🚨Check out our dedicated Olympiacos vs Antwerp stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Olympiacos the Favourite
- Moneyline Olympiacos 2.30 | Antwerp 2.70
- Draw 3.45
Honestly, 2.30 for Olympiacos is fair value given the ranking gap and recent form. Antwerp at 2.70 is priced as if the home advantage could flip this, which we think is a stretch at this stage of pre-season. The draw at 3.45 is the most overpriced option here — neither side has shown a particular pattern of low-scoring, tightly contested friendlies. We lean toward Olympiacos covering the win, with the goals line sitting as an interesting secondary market.
Antwerp. Source: Official Facebook
Possible Starting Lineups
Olympiacos Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Konstantinos Tzolakis
- DF: Rodinei, Lorenzo Pirola, Bruno Onyemaechi, Pablo Maffeo
- MF: Dani García, Santiago Hezze, Chiquinho, Kostas Fortounis
- FW: Roman Yaremchuk, Georgios Masouras
Based on appearances in the most recent match against Ajax, Mendilibar looks to set up in a 4-4-2 with Yaremchuk and Masouras leading the line. Tzolakis is the clear first-choice goalkeeper. In midfield, Dani García provides the defensive screen while Santiago Hezze — who recorded three interceptions and 48 passes against Ajax — is key to the build-up. Fortounis offers experience and creativity from the right. Yaremchuk is the main threat: three shots in 90 minutes, even in a losing effort, shows his willingness to be active. Zinedin Smajlovic may rotate in at centre-back depending on Mendilibar’s lineup choices.
Antwerp Possible Starting Eleven
No player data is available for Antwerp’s recent matches. Faris Haroun has been working with a 4-2-3-1 shape, and we expect him to field a relatively strong side at home in the Bosuilstadion. Without confirmed lineup information, we will not speculate on individual names.
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Olympiacos. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
Olympiacos are the stronger side on paper and have shown more in July than Antwerp. Their 0-1 loss to Ajax came with 11 shots and strong midfield output — that is not the profile of a team low on confidence. Antwerp have beaten only Kermt Hasselt convincingly and lost to Bochum, which is not a high bar for the pre-season period.
We think Olympiacos win this one, maybe 2-1 or 2-0, with Yaremchuk and Masouras causing problems against a Belgian side still finding its shape. Antwerp’s home setting adds a layer of unpredictability, so BTTS Yes alongside an Olympiacos win covers the most likely scenario. The corner market also looks interesting — Olympiacos generated four corners in 90 minutes against Ajax’s defensive block, and Antwerp at home will likely push forward, creating space for set pieces in both directions.
