Panetolikos (home)
- Panetolikos FC are in the lower half of the Super League table with around 11-12 points from 10-11 games played, so Giannis Anastasiou’s team have a lot of work to do in order to achieve a secure mid-table position in this, their centenary season.
- The recently re-appointed boss has set his side up to be compact and avoid risks, with a highly-disciplined low block, selective pressing and quick counters or set pieces when they get the ball, which is crucial to note when considering Panetolikos FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus FC betting tips.
- Panetolikos have been inconsistent recently (W2, D2, L1).
- Aguirre is their clutch player as he often provides equalisers late in games and can be dangerous on set pieces and in transition.
Olympiakos (away)
- Olympiakos are clear favorites for the Super League title after the opening 11 games, with 28 points in the bank, so they will be looking to prove their class against this long-shot opponent.
- Olympiakos have scored 11 goals in their last five games (W4, D1) and have a Champions League game in midweek that could affect squad selection for this game, which should be greatly considered for Panetolikos FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus FC betting tips.
- Santiago Hezze and Dani García are a pair of quality holding midfielders who can anchor the team, dictate the tempo and play a key role in Mendilibar’s pressing system.
- Up front, Ayoub El Kaabi has been among the top scorers in the league and has been a constant threat in the penalty area.
Head-to-Head
Panetolikos have only won one of their 31 modern-era head-to-head meetings with the Red and Whites (D3, L27) . Therefore, our Panetolikos FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus FC prediction is heavily tilted in favor of the visitors.
Key Players
- Aguirre is their clutch player as he often provides equalisers late in games and can be dangerous on set pieces and in transition.
- Up front, Ayoub El Kaabi has been among the top scorers in the league and has been a constant threat in the penalty area.
- Santiago Hezze and Dani García are a pair of quality holding midfielders who can anchor the team, dictate the tempo and play a key role in Mendilibar’s pressing system.
Betting Insights
- Olympiakos must be supported to win at 1.29.
- There are a few reasons why Panetolikos, at 9.3, are not a good value bet to avoid defeat this Sunday, even with Olympiakos’ pending Champions League clash.
- One of those reasons is Olympiakos’ sheer class in terms of squad depth, quality and recent form, another is the fact that Olympiakos are a free-scoring side who should find a way through Panetolikos’ defensive system when evaluating this Panetolikos FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus FC betting tips.
- Mendilibar’s men have scored 11 times in their last five, while Panetolikos conceded one in one of their two most recent Super League games.
- Therefore, the Over 2.5 goals option at 1.63 seems like the safest and most profitable alternative to the Olympiakos moneyline.
- Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for Sunday in Agrinio, so the pitch could be slippery and that will play into the hands of Olympiakos, who play direct soccer and make their money in transitions and on set plays.
Prediction
- Olympiakos Piraeus FC are expected to win and usually do when they face Panetolikos FC at home or away.
- This Panetolikos FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus FC betting tips section is clearly pointing toward an Olympiakos win, especially considering their dominance in the matchup.
