Olympiacos prepares for the upcoming derby against AEK Athens

Olympiacos players have returned to training following a three-day break to prepare for Sunday's derby against AEK at 21:00 at Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium. Santiago Hezze has recovered from a muscle injury and is expected to participate in full team training. Coach Jose Luis Mendilibar is finalizing his starting lineup, with potential tactical considerations regarding the midfield and forward positions, including a choice between Taremi and Chiquinho to support El Kaabi. The team is currently awaiting the return of several international players who are fulfilling their national team commitments. These players include Tzolakis, Retsos, and Mouzakitis, as well as El Kaabi, Taremi, Kalogeropoulos, and Botis. Bruno has already returned to the Rentis training center following his release from the Nigerian national team. The club aims to ensure all international athletes return without injuries before the start of the playoff series.