Real Madrid vs Olympiacos Prediction 19 September 2026

In their semifinal, Real Madrid edged out Dubai with a 98-95 victory. It was a hard-fought contest that required overtime to determine the winner. Real displayed impressive offensive firepower, but defensive lapses on their own end were also evident. The coaching staff will surely address those issues, especially with one of the toughest opponents in recent years up next. Real have defensive potential: as the players continue to build chemistry, expect more disciplined play at the back. On the other end, scoring won’t come easy either. Attacking Olympiacos in the paint is rarely a fruitful strategy, and early-season three-point shooting may also prove inconsistent.

Olympiacos head into the tournament’s marquee clash riding high after edging out Fenerbahce 92-90. The standout moment came in the final quarter, where Bartzokas’ side allowed just 12 points - a defensive masterclass that proved decisive. Olympiacos are steadily building momentum, and it’s not just their offense - boasting plenty of quality options - that’s clicking, but their defense as well. After all, defensive solidity has long been a hallmark of Greek clubs. There’s no doubt Olympiacos will take lessons from their recent outing against Fenerbahce, especially considering some lapses on their own end - conceding 33 points in one quarter alone. With that in mind, and knowing Real have the firepower to go on scoring runs themselves, the visitors are likely to favor a more measured tempo this time around.