Olympiacos vs Fortuna Sittard: Prediction, facts, betting tips and head-to-head. Club friendly – July 17, 2027
Olympiacos and Fortuna Sittard continue their preparations for the new competitive season as they meet in a pre-season friendly on Friday, July 17. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:30 CET, and here is my betting prediction for the match.
Olympiacos vs Fortuna Sittard: Match preview
Olympiacos fell short of winning the Greek Super League title last season, finishing second in the standings, six points behind the champions. They are now preparing for the new campaign with the aim of reclaiming the domestic crown. The Greek side will also compete in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, although they will not enter the competition until the later qualifying rounds. Olympiacos have already played two pre-season friendlies and still have four more scheduled before the end of July.
Fortuna Sittard compete in the Eredivisie, the top division of Dutch football. They enjoyed a respectable campaign last season, finishing 11th in the standings. The club ended the season nine points adrift of the European qualification places and seven points clear of the relegation zone, establishing themselves as a solid mid-table side. Fortuna Sittard have already played two pre-season friendlies, winning both. They have three more warm-up matches ahead before opening the new Eredivisie season away to reigning Dutch champions PSV on August 8.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Both Olympiacos and Fortuna Sittard have played two pre-season friendlies.
- Olympiacos are unbeaten in their two friendlies, recording one win and one draw, while Fortuna Sittard have won both of theirs.
- Olympiacos will compete for a place in the UEFA Champions League.
- These two clubs have never previously faced each other.
Prediction
Fortuna Sittard have made an impressive start to pre-season, but their opponents are also unbeaten so far. Olympiacos possess the stronger squad and are gradually building towards peak condition. My recommended bet is Olympiacos to win.
