Arsenal vs Olympiacos Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Champions League 2025-26

North London gears up to host Greek champions.

The Emirates Stadium in North London gears up to host the second matchweek encounter of the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 between English giants Arsenal and Greek outfit Olympiacos.

Arsenal, on the other hand, are one of the favourites to win the English top flight as well as the UCL. Their opening UCL game saw the North London side clinch a brilliant 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao. As Mikel Arteta’s side eye a top-eight finish, the next game is very crucial for the Gunners.

Olympiacos are the reigning Greek champions, who began their European odyssey with a goalless draw against Pafos. They are led by Spanish gaffer Jose Luis, who has previously coached top teams in the Spanish top flight like Sevilla FC, Eibar and Alaves.

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— Arsenal (@Arsenal) September 28, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: North London, UK
• Stadium: Emirates Stadium
• Date: Thursday, October 2
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST
• Referee: François Letexier
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

The English winger from Greater London is a product of the Arsenal youth academy. He is one of the finest wingers in modern-day football. Mikel Arteta will rely upon his pace and acceleration, as Saka will be tasked with the responsibility of making entries into the opposition box from the right flank. He has so far made 4 appearances and even scored a goal this season.

Alexandros Paschalakis (Olympiacos)

The veteran Greek custodian will have big responsibilities on his shoulders to secure a clean sheet against a star-studded Arsenal attacking setup. He has previously plied his trade with teams like PAOK FC and Panthrakikos before making a move to Olympiakos. He even secured a clean sheet in the opening UCL game for the Greek outfit.

Match Facts

• The match will take place at Emirates Stadium in North London.
• The Gunners won the first UCL 2025-26 game against Athletic Bilbao.
• Olympiacos’ opening UCL 2025-26 game ended in a 0-0 draw

Arsenal vs Olympiacos: Betting Tips and Odds

• Arsenal to win the match – 2/9 with bet365
• Bukayo Saka to score – 5/1 with bet365
• Arsenal 3-0 Olympiacos- 7/1 with bet365

Injury and Team News

The Gunners will miss the services of Gabriel Jesus, Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard.

Olympiacos will miss the presence of Lorenzo Scipioni.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 12

Arsenal won: 06

Olympiacos won: 06

Draws: 00

Predicted Lineups

Arsenal predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Merino, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard

Olympiacos predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Paschalakis (GK); Rodinei, Retsos, Pirola, Ortega; Hezze, Garcia; Strefezza, Chiquinho, Podence; El Kaabi

Match Prediction

Arsenal will leave no stone unturned to secure their second win of the UCL campaign. We expect the Gunners to pull a big win at the Emirates.

Prediction: Arsenal 3-0 Olympiacos

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Nigeria: DAZN

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