Olympiacos ousts Bayern, advances to UEFA Youth League semifinals

The Olympiacos U19 team stunned Bayern Munich U19 as they eliminated them from the UEFA Youth League, securing their spot in the semifinals of the European youth tournament. In a thrilling encounter filled with excitement, the young Greeks showcased their determination and skill on the field.

The match kicked off with an efficient attacking display from Olympiacos, who quickly took the lead against Bayern. It was Christos Mouzakitis who paved the way to victory with a goal in the 32nd minute, bringing the Greeks closer to the Youth League semifinals.

The excitement continued when Antonis Papakanellos dazzled with a stunning goal in the 37th minute. Evading two defenders while driving down the right wing, Papakanellos unleashed a magnificent right-footed shot to extend the lead to 0-2, leaving Bayern in serious trouble.

The situation turned even more unfavorable for Bayern when Charalampos Kostoulas scored the third goal for Olympiacos in the 40th minute, practically sealing the fate of the German team in the match.

Olympiacos shocks and advances to UEFA Youth League semifinals

Before halftime, an altercation broke out among the young players, resulting in the expulsion of Olympiacos coach Sotiris Silaidopoulos. However, this did not seem to affect the concentration of his players, who continued to dominate the game with determination.

On the other hand, Bayern coach René Maric struggled to motivate his team and find a way to turn the tide. Although Bayern managed to score a goal in the 63rd minute through Robert Ramsak, it was not enough to change the course of the match.

The encounter concluded with a final score of 1-3 in favor of Olympiacos, thus solidifying their passage to the semifinals of the competition. This epic triumph represents a milestone for the Greek giant, which continues to demonstrate its prowess on the European youth stage.