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Did it deliver?
Olympiacos stunned Ajax at the Johan Cruyff Arena with a clinical 2-1 victory that showcased their tactical discipline and opportunism. The Greek side absorbed early pressure before Gelson Martins broke the deadlock seven minutes into the second half with a well-taken finish. Ajax responded immediately through Kasper Dolberg's penalty conversion, but Santiago Hezze's winner ten minutes later proved decisive. The match was defined by Olympiacos' ability to capitalize on their limited chances while Ajax, despite dominating possession, struggled to convert their superiority into clear-cut opportunities. This result significantly boosts Olympiacos' Champions League campaign while leaving Ajax with serious questions about their clinical edge in crucial moments.
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Olympiacos F.C.•DefenderThe first half has concluded with the score tied at Ajax 0, Olympiakos 0.
Corner kick awarded to Ajax after Costinha allowed the ball to go out of play.
The attempt is thwarted. Oscar Gloukh from Ajax takes a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Mika Godts.
Missed opportunity. Youri Baas from Ajax attempted a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it went wide to the left.
CostinhaYellow CardCostinha from Olympiakos has been shown a yellow card for handling the ball.
The fourth official has indicated that there will be three minutes of stoppage time.
Costinha from Olympiakos committed a handball.
The attempt on goal was thwarted. Mehdi Taremi from Olympiakos fired a right-footed shot from inside the penalty area, but it was successfully blocked. The assist came from Rodinei.
Gelson Martins from Olympiakos has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Anton Gaaei from Ajax committed a foul.
Davy Klaassen from Ajax committed a foul.
Costinha from Olympiakos has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
Match is currently on hold due to an injury to Anton Gaaei from Ajax.
VAR Review: Ajax's goal disallowed, score remains Ajax 0-0 Olympiakos.
VAR Review: Ajax's goal is disallowed; the score remains Ajax 0, Olympiakos 0.
GOAL DISALLOWED AFTER VAR REVIEW: Kasper Dolberg from Ajax finds the net, but the goal is canceled following a review by the Video Assistant Referee.
Corner kick awarded to Ajax after a play that resulted in a foul by Francisco Ortega.
Offside call against Olympiakos. Ayoub El Kaabi has been flagged for being offside.
A fresh offensive move unfolds as Mika Godts from Ajax takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but Konstantinos Tzolakis of Olympiakos makes a save in the bottom left corner. The assist came from Josip Sutalo.
Substitution for Olympiakos: Giulian Biancone replaces Lorenzo Pirola due to injury.
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
Match halted due to an injury to Lorenzo Pirola from Olympiakos.
Mika Godts from Ajax committed a foul.
Costinha from Olympiakos has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Opportunity wasted! Oscar Gloukh of Ajax takes a left-footed shot from close range, but it sails over the bar.
Opportunity wasted. Costinha from Olympiakos attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Corner awarded to Olympiakos after a deflection off Owen Wijndal.
Corner awarded to Ajax after Christos Mouzakitis allowed the ball to go out.
The attempt is thwarted. Kasper Dolberg from Ajax takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Youri Baas.
Another offensive effort underway. Costinha from Olympiakos attempts a header from the middle of the penalty area, but Vítezslav Jaros from Ajax makes a great save, denying him at the top center of the goal. The assist came from Rodinei, who delivered a cross into the box.
Corner awarded to Olympiakos after a defensive play by Owen Wijndal.
Opportunity wasted. Davy Klaassen from Ajax attempted a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but it sailed high and to the left. The assist came from Owen Wijndal, who delivered a cross.
Gelson Martins from Olympiakos has earned a free kick in the defensive area.
Anton Gaaei from Ajax committed a foul.
Kasper Dolberg from Ajax was awarded a free kick on the right side of the field.
Christos Mouzakitis from Olympiakos committed a foul.
The opening half is underway...
