Olympiacos clinches dramatic 1-2 victory over Panetolikos

In a clash that electrified fans, Olympiacos secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Panetolikos in the Greek Super League's 25th round.

The match saw Olympiacos fielding a innovate lineup, with Alexandros Paschalakis guarding the goal, shielded by a defensive quartet comprised of Quini, Rúben Vezo, Panagiotis Retsos, and Francisco Ortega. In midfield, Daniel Podence, Vicente Iborra, Chiquinho, and Jovane Cabral orchestrated the team's attacks, while Ayoub El Kaabi and Giorgios Masouras spearheaded the forward line.

The game kicked off with both teams showing immense energy and determination, but it was Panetolikos who struck first blood in the 33rd minute with a powerful strike from Federico Duarte.

However, Olympiacos refused to be disheartened and mounted a relentless comeback. The turning point came in the 72nd minute when Gelson Martins, who had come on as a substitute just moments earlier, unleashed a shot that deflected off Pedro Silva Torrejón into the back of the net, leveling the scoreline with an unfortunate own goal.

Another comeback orchestrated by Ayoub El Kaabi

With momentum on their side, Olympiacos pushed forward in search of the winner, and their efforts were rewarded in the 79th minute when Ayoub El Kaabi found the back of the net with a clinical finish, sealing the victory for his team once again.

El Kaabi's heroics once more proved decisive for Olympiacos, reminiscent of his match-winning double in the previous game against Asteras. The tactical changes made by coach José Luis Mendilibar at the 58th minute injected new life into the team, as substitutes Santiago Hezze, Gelson Martins, and Stevan Jovetić provided fresh impetus and dynamism to the side.

As the final whistle blew, Olympiacos celebrated another hard-earned three points, maintaining their momentum in the Super League. Looking ahead, their focus now shifts to their upcoming fixture against Volos on March 3rd, marking the last match of the regular season.

With confidence running high and key players like El Kaabi stepping up when it matters most, Olympiacos will be eager to carry this winning momentum into the next phase of the competition as they continue their pursuit of glory in the Greek Super League.