Gunners vs. Olympiacos: Will Arsenal Dominate at the Emirates?

By: Analia Gómez Published On: 01/10/2025

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Champions League fever hits the Emirates Stadium this Wednesday as Arsenal clashes with a familiar foe, Olympiacos. This marks the 13th encounter between these two sides in the last 16 years, adding a layer of history and rivalry to the fixture.

Arsenal's Home Advantage?

After a solid 2-0 victory in Bilbao on matchday one, Arsenal will be aiming for back-to-back wins to kick off their Champions League campaign in style. The Gunners have a strong record in their home openers, winning 14 of their previous 15. However, that one defeat? It came against Olympiacos back in 2015. The Greek giants have actually won on each of their last three visits to North London, making this a tricky fixture for Mikel Arteta's men.

Predicted Lineup and Tactical Tweaks

Expect some rotation from the Arsenal side that secured a late win against Newcastle United. David Raya is likely to retain his place in goal. Ben White could return to the starting XI, potentially replacing Jurriën Timber to manage his workload. Cristhian Mosquera and Gabriel are expected to partner in central defence, while Myles Lewis-Skelly might get a chance at left-back. Christian Nørgaard could anchor the midfield, providing stability and allowing others to flourish.

Goalkeeper: David Raya
Right-Back: Ben White
Centre-Backs: Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel
Left-Back: Myles Lewis-Skelly
Midfield: Christian Nørgaard

Arsenal vs Olympiacos: Predictions

Despite Olympiacos' strong record against Arsenal at the Emirates, the Gunners are widely expected to win. Arsenal's solid form, having won six of their eight matches this season, makes them a tough opponent. While Olympiacos are undefeated in 2025/26 and boast a strong defence, Arsenal's attacking prowess should prove too much to handle. A clean sheet for Arsenal is a strong possibility, with a potential 2-0 victory for the home side.