Mendilibar increases training intensity at Olympiacos following derby defeat

Following a loss to Panathinaikos, Olympiacos head coach Jose Luis Mendilibar has significantly altered the team's training routine at the Rentis facility. The Basque coach reportedly expressed deep dissatisfaction with the players' performance and game management during the derby. Training sessions this week have seen increased intensity, with some reports comparing the workload to summer pre-season preparation. While one source emphasizes physical exertion and running, another specifies that the focus remains primarily on tactical adjustments to overcome defensive opponents. Sessions have lasted longer than usual, featuring repetitive exercises and constant instructions from the coaching staff. Mendilibar aims to rectify tactical errors before the upcoming match against Levadiakos to stay competitive in both the domestic league and European competitions. The coach specifically criticized players who entered the game as substitutes and the overall lack of scoring opportunities created during the last match.