West Ham’s European Odyssey Continues in Greece

West Ham, under the watchful eye of David Moyes, venture to the shores of Greece, facing the robust Olympiacos side. As the Europa League campaign unfurls, both teams are eager to make their mark.

Moyes’ Men in Sterling European Form

The Hammers, buoyed by a sterling European stint, have pocketed maximum points. Their journey in the continent has been nothing short of impressive. Yet, the sting of their 4-1 loss to Aston Villa still lingers. Moyes, ever the tactician, will be keen to see a spirited rebound from his squad, especially given this may be their toughest group challenge yet.

A Fiery Greek Affair

Olympiacos, on their home turf, have had their share of drama. Their recent derby against Panathinaikos took a dramatic turn with a player bearing the brunt of a firework’s fury. This incident, undoubtedly, will resonate in the team’s dynamics during the clash.

The Stage is Set

The iconic Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus prepares to be the theatre of this European drama on Thursday, 26th October 2023, with the first whistle scheduled for 5.45pm BST.

Catching the Action

For the fans back home, TNT Sports 1 will beam the action live, starting their coverage from 5pm BST. Those preferring the digital route can access the live stream via the TNT Sports App.

Team News

Olympiacos will miss the services of Andreas Ndoj due to a suspension from a previous red card. However, Daniel Podence, fresh from Wolves, is expected to make his mark, having already found the back of the net four times. West Ham may field Mohammed Kudus, with Moyes keen to leverage the Ghanaian’s prowess.

Predictions

Navigating the Olympiacos stronghold is no easy task, but the seasoned Hammers, with their recent European experience, might just carve out a 1-1 draw.