Olympiacos with Taremi leading the attack, Pirola out, and the puzzle of foreign players

Olympiacos is finalizing its preparation for the upcoming derby against Panathinaikos at the Karaiskakis Stadium. Head coach Jose Luis Mendilibar is dealing with squad selection issues, as defender Lorenzo Pirola remains sidelined due to injury. Mehdi Taremi is expected to start as the main striker, with Ayoub El Kaabi likely beginning the match on the bench. The coach also faces a tactical dilemma regarding the non-EU player quota, which may result in Bruno and Clayton being left out. This match is crucial for maintaining their position at the top of the league before their European fixtures against Leverkusen. The starting lineup is expected to feature key players such as Tzolakis, Rodinei, and Hezze alongside the Iranian forward.