Key Highlights
- The result against the Swabians is somewhat shocking, but when facing Hoffenheim they lacked a creative edge. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhen the chips are down in life, we all benefit from a change of scenery.
- That's exactly what Leverkusen will get tomorrow as they travel to the Greek capital for a Champions League clash with Olympiakos Piraeus on Matchday 7. Despite only trailing the eight direct qualifying spots by three points, it's unlikely that Bayer will close the gap.
- However, Alex Grimaldo's late goal to salvage a point against Newcastle will give them encouragement to advance."It's sure to be a great atmosphere and heated," said Simon Rolfes at the final training session.
- Only Real Madrid (4-3) and PAOK (2-0) have managed to emerge victorious from the intimidating Karaiskakis Stadium this season. José Luis Mendilibar will know - despite being just outside the top 24 teams - a win over Leverkusen will give them a big chance.
- Their final fixture of the league phase could be an all-or-nothing clash with a struggling Ajax. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTeam news and predicted lineups:For Olympiakos, goalkeeper Alexandros Paschalakis remains sidelined with a calf injury, so it's expected that Konstantinos Tzolakis starts.
