Olympiacos seeks third straight Euroleague win against Virtus Bologna

Olympiacos enters its third Euroleague match of the 2026 season against Virtus Bologna on October 1st at the PalaDozza arena in Italy, aiming to extend its perfect 2-0 record. The Greek side previously defeated Baskonia 106-89 and narrowly overcame Zalgiris 93-91 in Kaunas, where Evan Fournier and Sasha Vezenkov delivered clutch performances in the final minutes of a game that saw 22 lead changes. Coach Georgios Bartzokas continues to navigate a demanding schedule, as the team has played four matches in five days, including a victory in the Stoiximan Super Cup final against PAOK.

Regarding the squad, center Nikola Milutinov remains sidelined with tendonitis and did not travel with the team. However, Cory Joseph has recovered from lower back discomfort and is available for selection against Virtus. Virtus Bologna, coached by Alex Mumbru, is currently winless after losses to Fenerbahce and Olimpia Milano. The match officials appointed for this encounter are Carlos Peruga, Ilija Belosevic, and Denis Hadzic. Olympiacos' intensive road trip across Europe continues as they prepare for this critical fixture before returning to domestic league action against Iraklis.