Real Madrid faces Olympiacos this Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in the fifth round of the UEFA Liga Campeões league phase, at Estádio Georgios Karaiskakis, at Pireu, Grécia. Kylian Mbappé is selected as a starter in attack, alongside Vinícius Júnior, after intense training that confirmed his full physical condition. The match kicks off at 5pm on Brasília, broadcast live on TNT Sports and HBO Max for viewers on Brasil.
Referee Michael Oliver whistles the game, where Real Madrid occupies seventh place with nine points and is looking for victory to advance to the round of 16. Olympiacos, in 31st with two points, plays at home to win their first victory in the competition. The absence of Courtois forces Lunin in goal, but the French-Spanish attack stands out with Mbappé.
In Greek local time, the kick-off whistle sounds at 8pm, synchronized with UEFA’s European time zone. High definition transmission allows access via TV or streaming.
Highlight of Mbappé in the offensive scheme
Mbappé takes the center of the attack in 4-3-3, with five goals in the Champions and nine in the season overall. Sua speed complements Vinícius in fast transitions.
Xabi Alonso prioritizes the Frenchman after three goalless games, aiming to break the drought against Greek defenses. The lineup reflects confidence in the top scorer to decide.
Current campaign in the league stage
Olympiacos has two draws and two defeats, totaling two points in the table. The local team, undefeated in six overall matches, is pushing for European results.
Real Madrid records three wins and one loss, averaging two goals per game. The Spanish team arrives after a draw in LaLiga, but strong in the UCL.
- Nine points in seventh position.
- One goal conceded on average away from home.
- Three victories in four opening rounds.
José Luis Mendilibar bets on the fans to intensify the initial marking.
Current form of teams in the competition
Olympiacos recorded two draws and two defeats in the league phase, with two points accumulated. The Greek team, unbeaten in six overall games, is looking for its first European victory.
Real Madrid wins three of the four matches, with nine points and only one defeat to Liverpool. The Spanish team maintains an average of two goals per game in Champions.
- Two goals conceded in four rounds.
- Nine points in seventh position.
- Three wins in recent European outings.
Coach José Luis Mendilibar is betting on Olympiacos’s initial pressure to surprise.
Lineups confirmed on the field
Olympiacos adopts 4-2-3-1 with Tzolakis in goal, Rodinei, Retsos, Pirola and Ortega in defense. No middle, Mouzakitis and Dani García anchor, with Gelson Martins, Chiquinho and Podence supporting El Kaabi in front.
Real Madrid responds in 4-3-1-2, with Lunin protecting the arc. Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Carreras and Mendy form the defensive line, while Camavinga, Valverde and Tchouaméni control the center. Arda Güler floats behind Vinícius Jr. and Mbappé.
- Olympiacos: Ausência of Paschalakis in reserve goal due to a calf injury.
- Real Madrid: Tchouaméni returns to the improvised defense, but without Courtois, Militão, Rüdiger, Alaba, Carvajal and
Coaches Mendilibar and Xabi Alonso adjust formations to exploit weaknesses. Mbappé, with 95 technique, stands out against Taremi of Olympiacos.
Tactical strategies for the duel
Olympiacos’s intense pressure aims to recover balls in attack, with El Kaabi as a reference. The Greek team averages more than 10 shots per game at home in Champions.
Real Madrid prioritizes fast transitions, exploiting speeds of Vinícius and Mbappé. The weakened defense depends on Lunin for crucial saves, as in the match against Liverpool.
Players in focus and statistics
Ayoub El Kaabi leads Olympiacos in goals in domestic leagues, contributing in aerial duels. No Real, Mbappé records 90 in technique and 71 in tactics, with the potential to decide.
- Average cards: 0.14 for Olympiacos and 3.48 for Real Madrid per game.
- Average ball possession: 52% for the Greeks at home.
- Shots on goal: Real Madrid with 14 per game in the league phase.
The confrontation promises balance, with odds favoring the visitors at 1.57 for victory.
Streaming and access options
Brazilian fans access the game on TNT Sports on closed TV, with a high definition signal. HBO Max streaming offers viewing on multiple devices, including mobile.
In Greek local time, the kickoff sounds at 8pm, coinciding with peak European viewership. Plataformas like the UEFA app provides real-time updates.
Expectations in the Champions table
This match directly influences the positions in the league stage, where the top eight advance directly to the round of 16. Olympiacos needs points to enter the playoff, between 9th and 24th.
Real Madrid, with nine points, is aiming for the top spot for a direct spot. Uma visiting victory adds 12 points, strengthening the campaign.
