Olympiakos - Fiorentina predictions and free betting tips [29/05/2024]

UEFA Conference League. Final. Athens. The most crucial match of the season for Olympiacos and Fiorentina. The Greeks play almost at home, while the Florentines are once again in a super battle for a trophy that they must win; otherwise, a storm of criticism will be directed at the Italian team, and this cannot be allowed.

Olympiacos

Many will agree that Olympiacos has played erratically this season. Yes, they've managed to pull through tough matches and even corrected their situation in their Super League to secure a valuable 3rd place, but everything is on the edge, as evidenced by their Conference League playoff campaign, where José Luis Mendilibar's squad could have been eliminated twice.

Their most spectacular comeback was against Maccabi Tel Aviv, when the Israeli team won the 1st leg of the Round of 16 by 4-1. In the return match, Olympiacos played confidently, overturning the scoreline in extra time, where Mendilibar's substitutions worked, resulting in a 6-1 victory that allowed the Greek team to face Fenerbahçe. The 1st half in Piraeus set the tone, but things went awry thereafter, and Tzolakis saved the day in the penalty shootout when Fenerbahçe's stars faltered. Olympiacos missed twice as well, but managed to score 3 out of 5, one more than their Istanbul opponents.

Fiorentina

The Florentines missed out on two trophies in Italy. First, they failed to win the Super Cup, losing to Napoli, and then they also missed out on a spot in the final of the domestic cup, being beaten by Atalanta. In Serie A, Fiorentina managed to secure 8th place and qualify for the Conference League next season. Fiorentina's playoff run in this season's Conference League has been smooth, despite some tough matches along the way. However, Vincenzo Italiano's team has always been stronger, albeit lacking some dominant victories, their pragmatism has allowed them to play another European cup final, which itself is an achievement for the Florentines.

Italiano has a balanced and well-coordinated squad, with substitutes ready to step in without disrupting the team's play. Nicolás González is the best in Fiorentina, and defending against him will be crucial. Upfront, it will be interesting to see who the Florentine coach fields; most likely, Andrea Belotti will be needed as a concrete striker. Fiorentina needs to play smart team football to overcome Olympiacos, who have had a chaotic playoff journey.

Match Prediction: Olympiacos vs. Fiorentina

I'll bet on both teams to score. It could be a 1-1 draw or Fiorentina might win the decisive battle in the Conference League on their quality.

Prediction for Corners

Consider taking a TO 10.5. There should be plenty of corners in this match.