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Olympiacos Hopeful for El-Kambi's Inclusion Despite Lack of Training

Published January 19, 2026, 12:16
Olympiacos Hopeful for El-Kambi's Inclusion Despite Lack of Training

Olympiacos is in the final stretch before their crucial Champions League match against Leverkusen, where a win is essential to maintain their qualification hopes. The return of Ayoub El-Kambi from the Africa Cup of Nations, where he won the trophy with Senegal, is a significant factor. Coach Mendilibar is willing to include El-Kambi in the squad even without a training session with the team, due to the player's importance and the need for attacking reinforcement. The situation is fluid, and El-Kambi's immediate arrival in Athens is a priority for the coaching staff.