Olympiacos: Orta and El Kabiri Aim for a Stunning Comeback Against Bodo/Glimt

Olympiacos celebrated its 100th anniversary and now focuses entirely on the crucial second leg against Bodo/Glimt at “G. Karaiskakis” stadium for the Europa League round of 16. Olympiacos faces an uphill battle to continue their European journey after losing the first leg in Norway 3-0. In the return leg at “G. Karaiskakis” (March 13, 2025, 7:45 PM), the red-and-whites must achieve a remarkable comeback by winning with a four-goal difference or three-goal margin to force extra time. While it sounds challenging, it’s not impossible for the Piraeus side, who last year overcame a similar deficit against Maccabi Tel Aviv. Jose Luis Mendilibar and his players remain optimistic about pulling off another miraculous turnaround. Olympiacos will be strengthened by the return of key players El Kabiri and Orta for the second leg. The Moroccan striker has scored seven goals in eight Europa League appearances this season and aims for more. Meanwhile, Portuguese playmaker Orta can elevate the team’s performance with his quality and ability to break down defenses. The only major absentee for the match will be talented forward Babas Kostoulas, but it’s expected that Costinia, Resos, and Pirola will return to the starting lineup.