Olympiacos vs Panathinaikos Prediction: It’s time for biggest Greek derby

Olympiacos in Piraeus will welcome their biggest rivals Panathinaikos in the 8th round of Greece Super League. This is biggest derby in the country and everything else stops when these teams play. This time this derby looks like in the old times when both teams were at their best form. Now Olympiacos are in 1st place with 3 points more than 2nd placed Panathinaikos but besides points in this match more important is pride and desire to win against the biggest rival.

Form: DWWWL

Olympiacos are 1st in the league, this season they started very strongly and definitely are a favorite for winning the title. They have 6 wins and only a draw against AEK in an away match. In the last few years, they were dominant in the league and in the matches against Panathinaikos, but this season is different as Panathinaikos are very competitive. In this match, Olympiacos are entering as favorites mostly because of the home stadium and the incredible support they got from the fans.

Form: WDDWL

Panathinaikos had many troubles and problems in recent years, however, in the last season they almost won the title and now they are back in European competitions after many years. This season they will certainly be contenders for the title and top places in the league. They have 5 wins, a draw, and a defeat so far, they drew against PAOK at home and lost to AEK as visitors. They still got problems in derby matches, but this match is different than other derbies.

The managers of these teams will definitely use the best possible lineup today even though both teams will play in Europa League next week. A good result in this match is more important than any other win in Greece or Europe. Both teams are playing very offensive football and I expect them both to score today in a tense and tight match. Olympiacos are favorite but Panathinaikos will be a very difficult opponent to defeat even at home stadium.