Important derby between the rivals Olympiakos and Panathinaikos. Two teams placed in the top; Panathinaikos with 29, Olympiakos with 27 points.

In Greece, derbies mostly end in an under and football wise bit of boring. General view is that we will be watching a same kind which I am not so sure about.

After Zico appointed Olympiakos coach there were some beliefs that he would add a lot more creativity in the team offence. He did a bit but still he can’t beat the general football mentality in the Greek league; first defend.

Olympiakos are in a good position in the Champions League with a big chance to qualify on the last match day. Their coach Zico may not be a very experienced coach but he had an excellent run with Fenerbahce in the Champions League two seasons ago. He know how to prepare his team for big matches and this is one of them.

Panathinaikos on the other hand have been producing some positive results lately. They seem a balanced team with some effective attackers including the Frenchman Cisse. Brazilian Gilberto, midfielders Leto and Katsouranis are doubtful but they are expected to be in the squad, starting lne-up is up to managers decision.

Olympiakos have some important missing before the game. It is reported that Stoltidis will definately miss the game while Torosidis and Galletti are doubtful but expected to be in the squad list.

As for prediction; I think we will see another tactical battle especially in the midfield. Zico’s best skill is to prepare his team for big matches and and get the best out of the team while Panathinaikos is very good at team play with some quality in their offensive line.  I will go for a goals prediction and think that this time the derby of Greece will produce some goals with the Zico’s offensive minded approach in such games which will also leave gaps to Panathinaikos attackers.

Prediction
Goals | Over 2,5