Napoli vs Olympiacos Piraeus
Napoli
Napoli’s Season Preparation Overview
We’ve already touched upon the Italian champions in the context of these friendly encounters. As expected, the squad is steadily gearing up for the upcoming season. Napoli is actively utilizing squad rotation, effectively fielding two full-strength lineups. Summer Transfers and Pre-Season Performance
Regarding the transfer window, the team eventually sold their key Nigerian star to the Turkish championship, fetching a substantial transfer fee. However, Napoli also experienced positive developments. The team acquired Lang and also brought in Beckem. So, overall, the team’s situation appears more than satisfactory. While their initial friendly matches were somewhat shaky, marked by defeats to weaker opponents, the Neapolitans later found their rhythm. The team impressively overcame Girona in a strong match, and in their most recent fixture, they effortlessly dispatched Sorrento, despite some rotation in Napoli’s lineup.
Olympiacos Piraeus
Olympiacos’ Stellar Previous Season
Olympiacos delivered an exceptional performance in Greece yet again last season. The team not only clinched the championship but also confidently secured the Greek Cup. This means the new season will see them participating in the Champions League. Squad Changes and Unbeaten Pre-Season Run
As for squad changes, the Piraeus club made a significant transfer with Kostoulas, successfully selling the player to Brighton very profitably. Following this, Olympiacos made a series of smart acquisitions. They managed to secure Cabella, and subsequently, the team signed Scipioni and Matheus. They also managed to bring in Strefezza. In their friendly matches, the team’s performance has been flawless, boasting six wins in seven games and remaining undefeated so far. Their opponents were also quite formidable. Napoli’s Enhanced Attack and Current Form
Napoli has significantly bolstered its squad this season. Last season, we observed that the team didn’t particularly dazzle with overtly open attacking play; their success was predominantly due to the coach’s astute tactics. Now, with clear offensive reinforcements and the addition of new attacking talent, everything seems to be in excellent order. The team quickly rebounded from its less confident displays in earlier matches. In the game against Girona, their enhanced attack proved highly effective. Furthermore, the squad currently has no reported injuries.
Mark Thompson 
