Bayer 04 Leverkusen host Olympiacos F.C. at BayArena, aiming to protect their first-leg lead and seal progression in the UEFA Champions League.
| Tournament: | Champions League |
|---|---|
| Venue: | BayArena, Leverkusen |
| Date: | 24.02.2026 |
| Time: | 20:00 GMT |
Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Form and Head to Head
The home side enters this crucial fixture following a narrow 1-0 defeat away to Union Berlin in the Bundesliga. However, their Champions League form is far more encouraging, highlighted by their vital 2-0 away victory against these very opponents in the first leg. Overall, Leverkusen have been in strong form, securing four wins, one draw, and just one loss across all competitions in their last six outings, including commanding home victories over St. Pauli in both the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal.
Olympiacos enjoyed a 2-0 Super League win against Panetolikos in their most recent domestic fixture, following their 0-2 home loss to Leverkusen in the Champions League. The visitors' form has been inconsistent, managing two wins, two draws, and two defeats in their last six matches across all competitions, underscoring the immense challenge they face in Germany.
The most recent encounter saw Leverkusen claim a crucial 2-0 victory away at Olympiacos in the Champions League on February 18, 2026, establishing their commanding lead in the tie. Across their four Champions League meetings, the head-to-head record is perfectly balanced with two wins for each side. Leverkusen's victories both ended 2-0, while Olympiacos recorded a 2-0 win and a high-scoring 6-2 triumph in earlier encounters.
Notably, the last three matches between these two clubs have consistently featured under 2.5 goals.
Who is the Betting Favourite in Leverkusen vs Olympiacos?
Bayer Leverkusen are firm favourites to beat Olympiacos at the BayArena, with the latest odds implying roughly a 56% chance of home victory. Olympiacos are given around 24% chance of an upset in this Champions League knockout clash.
| Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Leverkusen | 17/20 | AK Bets |
| Olympiacos | 67/20 | 10bet |
| Draw | 16/5 | Betfred |
Odds last updated at 1PM Tuesday, 24th February.
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Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Team News
Leverkusen will be without the injured Nathan Tella (foot) and Eliesse Ben Seghir (ankle). Loïc Badé is also listed as doubtful, potentially pushing Robert Andrich into a deeper defensive role in their three-man defence. Janis Blaswich is expected to start in goal due to eligibility issues for another player.
Olympiacos also face selection headaches, with Pirola listed as doubtful in their backline. Rúben Vezo and Yusuf Yazıcı are unavailable due to registration rules, while Theofanis Bakoulas and Konstantinos Angelakis are sidelined with ACL injuries. Panagiotis Retsos' availability after a head injury in the first leg remains a late decision, which could impact their defensive strategy for this crucial encounter.
Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Predicted Lineups
Leverkusen (3-4-2-1): Blaswich; Quansah, Andrich, Tapsoba; Grimaldo, García, Palacios, Vázquez; Maza, Poku; Schick.
Olympiacos (4-2-3-1): Tzolakis; Onyemaechi, Pirola, Kalogeropoulos, Costinha; García, Scipioni; Nascimento, Chiquinho, Luiz; Taremi.
Lineups powered by WhoScored.
Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Match Prediction
Bayer Leverkusen return to the BayArena holding a comfortable two-goal cushion and history is firmly on their side. They have progressed from all seven previous European ties when leading by that margin, and their home form in continental competition has been strong, with just two defeats in their last 18 matches. Leverkusen’s control in possession, averaging 53 percent, combined with an 87.59 percent pass accuracy, allows them to dictate tempo rather than chase it. With Patrik Schick coming off a first-leg brace, they carry a clear cutting edge up front.
For Olympiacos F.C., the task is steep. Overturning a two-goal first-leg home defeat in the Champions League knockout rounds is a rarity. Their aggressive pressing can cause problems, but their away record in Germany tells its own story, with just one win in 11 visits. Even with Mehdi Taremi leading the line, this feels like too big a mountain to climb. Leverkusen should have enough control and firepower to see the job through, though Olympiacos might grab a goal if they throw numbers forward late on.
Prediction: Leverkusen 2-1 Olympiacos
Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Match Stat Trends
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Alex Grimaldo has exceeded 0.5 Shots On Target in 7 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 21/20 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
Edmond Tapsoba has exceeded 0.5 Shots in 8 of their last 10 games.
Best odds of 4/5 at Coral while publishing.
Lucas Vazquez has managed To Score Or Assist in 4 of their last 5 Home games.
Best odds of 29/10 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
Gelson Martins has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of their last 6 apps in Champions League.
Best odds of 21/20 at PricedUp while publishing.
Bayer Leverkusen have had 6+ shots on target in 3 of their last 4 matches in Champions League.
Best odds of 13/8 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Bet Builder Tip
Our Leverkusen vs Olympiacos Bet Builder Tip includes:
- Over 4.5 - Total Bayer Leverkusen Shots On Target
- I. Maza Over 1.5 - Shots
- Under 4.5 - Total Cards
- Patrik Schick - Anytime Goalscorer
Best odds of 19/2 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
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