Cup - Greece
Olympiakos Piraeus logo
Olympiakos Piraeus vs PAOK Wed, 14 January 2026 - 11:30 Stadium: Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium
PAOK logo
Cup
Olympiakos Piraeus logo
Olympiakos Piraeus vs PAOK
Arsenal logo
Wed, 14 January 2026 - 11:30 Stadium: Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium

Prediction: Olympiakos Piraeus vs PAOK: Quarter-final Prediction and Tactics

Match Preview and Tactical Breakdown

The upcoming clash between Olympiakos Piraeus and PAOK at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium promises excitement. Olympiakos’s recent form, marked by strong attacking performances and home support, positions them as favorites. PAOK, resilient on the road and featuring a solid tactical setup, can pose a threat, but recent head-to-head dominance favors Olympiakos. The tactical battle likely centers on Olympiakos’s possession-based approach against PAOK’s pressing and counter-attacking strategy—both will seek to exploit gaps, but Olympiakos’s home advantage and attacking firepower give them a slight edge in this key quarter-final fixture.

Check out our complete thoughts below.

Match Betting Tips

TipStrike Expect a high-scoring game with over 2.5 goals, as both teams have shown attacking intent in recent fixtures. Olympiakos’s attacking record and PAOK’s resilience suggest a minimum of three goals could be scored.

Olympiakos Piraeus vs PAOK Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

👉 Our prediction is: BTTS

Both teams have scored frequently in recent matches, making Both Teams To Score a tempting market in this fixture.

👉 Our prediction is: Asian Handicap Tip

A narrow handicap favoring Olympiakos Piraeus around around -0.25 is a solid option, considering their home advantage and recent wins.

👉 Our prediction is: First Half/Full Time

Olympiakos Piraeus has often led at halftime and maintained their dominance through the second half, making them a promising choice for first-half or full-time win.

👉 Our prediction is: Goals Over/Under

Over 2.5 goals in total is likely, given the attacking tendencies and previous high-scoring encounters between these sides.

Match Preview and Prediction

Olympiakos Piraeus is favored to win the quarter-final against PAOK on January 14 due to their strong recent form and vital home advantage. Both teams could score, making over 2.5 goals a probable outcome.

Head-to-Head Recent Results

In their recent encounters, Olympiakos Piraeus holds an edge, winning the last three out of five matches against PAOK, including dominant home wins. PAOK’s last victory was at Toumba Stadium, but Olympiakos’s recent performances give them the edge.

Injury and Suspension Updates

Both teams have some injury concerns. Olympiakos may be without a few squad members but still maintains a strong lineup, while PAOK has key players fit but needs to cover key attacking positions.

Predicted Lineups & Tactical Comparison

Olympiakos is likely to field a 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing possession and attacking play. PAOK might employ a 4-3-3, focusing on counter-attacks and pressing, which could provide intensity on both ends.

Team Form and Recent Results

Olympiakos Piraeus boasts a 100% win record in their last four matches, scoring 18 goals and conceding only three. PAOK has mixed results but remains resilient, with recent wins showing their attacking strength despite some defensive lapses.

Olympiakos Piraeus vs PAOK: Expert Match Prediction

See below all the main information for this match.

The match on January 14 is expected to be driven by Olympiakos Piraeus's consistent recent form and home advantage, which, combined with PAOK's varying recent results, gives the Greek giants a strong chance of victory in the quarter-finals.

Olympiakos Piraeus are likely to secure a narrow victory over PAOK, with both teams expected to score in a likely over 2.5 goals scenario. The home team’s superior recent form and strong attacking record support this prediction.

Olympiakos Piraeus tends to perform well at home, with a history of winning against PAOK, especially in recent encounters. PAOK, however, remains competitive but often falls short in away fixtures, which could influence the match outcome.

Today's Predictions