Olympiacos and AEK near agreement on Sunel Arena usage

On September 8, 2026, AEK and Olympiacos reached a preliminary agreement for the use of the Sunel Arena in Ano Liosia by the Piraeus-based club. The move comes as Olympiacos requires a temporary home ground while the Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF) undergoes renovations, which are expected to last until at least January or February 2027.

The negotiations involved resolving complex issues, including liability for potential damages to the facility and the integration of different ticketing management systems. Both clubs have now agreed on the primary terms, with signatures expected to formalize the deal shortly. Olympiacos is scheduled to register the Sunel Arena as its home base with the Professional Sports Committee by Wednesday, September 9.

To accommodate the shared usage, the Greek Basketball League (ESAKE) plans to implement a specific scheduling key during the upcoming championship draw, scheduled for next week. This will ensure that AEK and Olympiacos do not have overlapping home fixtures. The arrangement is structured as a per-game lease, allowing flexibility until the SEF renovation project is finalized.