Overview
- Matchday 5 is set for Wednesday at Georgios Karaiskakis in Piraeus, with TV on ESPN and streaming via Disney Plus.
- Real Madrid confirmed goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will not travel to Athens due to a viral illness.
- Xabi Alonso’s side arrive on a three-game winless run, including a European defeat and two LaLiga draws, and seek a vital result for direct-qualification hopes.
- Olympiacos enter in strong form with four wins in their last five matches and a noted home atmosphere that challenges visitors.
- Outlets have published projected lineups that include Andriy Lunin in goal and stars such as Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior, while betting markets broadly favor Real Madrid.