Feb 24 β€’ 21:56 UTC πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Greece Naftemporiki

Elimination with a draw for Olympiacos in Leverkusen

Olympiacos was eliminated from the Champions League after a goalless draw against Bayer Leverkusen, who progressed due to their earlier 2-0 victory.

Olympiacos's journey in this season's Champions League came to an end as they played to a 0-0 draw against Bayer Leverkusen. This result meant that Leverkusen advanced to the next stage of the prestigious competition, having secured a 2-0 victory in the first leg in Piraeus. Despite the draw, Olympiacos was unable to overturn the deficit, showcasing the challenges of competing at this level.

In the match, Bayer Leverkusen started with intense pressure, creating three early scoring opportunities. Olympiacos goalkeeper, Tzolaklis, made a vital save against Vasquez in the 4th minute, while Schick failed to capitalize on two chances shortly thereafter. Although Olympiacos made some threatening attempts, notably with a long-range shot from Tsikinios, they failed to establish significant chances or control over the game, especially given the need to overcome a two-goal disadvantage.

In the second half, Olympiacos struggled to challenge the Leverkusen defense, despite managing a few steals and pushing forward. However, their lack of sharpness in the final third was evident, highlighted by a shot from Jelsom that was saved by Leverkusen’s goalkeeper, Plasvig. Ultimately, Olympiacos's inability to create meaningful chances throughout the match sealed their exit from the Champions League, reflecting both the team's limitations and the high stakes of European competition.

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