Greek sports authorities summon Olympiacos and head coach Imanol Alguacil

The Permanent Committee for the Prevention of Violence (DEAB) in Greece has officially summoned Olympiacos FC and its head coach, Imanol Alguacil, to a hearing on October 20, 2026. This action follows the display of two banners during the match against Panathinaikos on October 11, 2026, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Olympiacos. The investigation concerns alleged incitement to violence and potential racist behavior occurring within the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium.

Coach Imanol Alguacil was specifically summoned for sharing a photograph of one of the banners on his personal social media accounts. In response, Olympiacos FC issued a strong statement condemning the move, characterizing it as a politically motivated attack orchestrated by rival Panathinaikos management. The club argues that the coach's post contained no offensive language and that authorities failed to request the removal of the content at the time of the event. The club further criticized the timing of the summons, coinciding with the team's European commitments.

The upcoming hearing will determine whether the club and the coach will face sanctions regarding the alleged violations of sporting conduct regulations. No immediate penalties have been issued as the legal process remains ongoing.