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Two sides who found dramatic stoppage-time winners at the weekend now meet in the Champions League, as Arsenal welcome Olympiacos to the Emirates. With both clubs carrying attacking momentum but also revealing vulnerabilities, this contest offers an excellent opportunity to construct a Bet Builder with multiple value-driven markets.
Arsenal continue to chase success both domestically and in Europe, while Olympiacos arrive with a mixed continental record but a habit of causing the Gunners problems in north London. Bringing together match statistics, historical patterns, and current form, we break down each leg of this Bet Builder and explain why it represents a well-founded strategy.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Arsenal vs Olympiacos, which has been placed with Bet365:
Why this pick
Arsenal’s attacking fluency at the Emirates is well established, while recent lapses from set-pieces and transitions show they can be breached. Olympiacos carry threat through Chiquinho and the pace of Daniel Podence, and have historically scored in north London. Arsenal’s dominance plus Olympiacos’ counters make BTTS a live runner.
Why this pick
Olympiacos won repeated set-pieces in their opener versus Pafos, fuelled by direct wide play. With Arsenal’s full-backs pushing high, space appears for counters that force defensive clearances. Even under pressure, their transitions and Podence’s dribbling should yield at least a couple of first-half corners.
Why this pick
Arsenal routinely pin teams back early at the Emirates. Width from Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli stretches the defence, producing blocked crosses and deflections. With territorial control in the final third, three or more first-half corners is a realistic and repeatable outcome.
Why this pick
Arteta’s side rarely ease off after the break. Introductions like Leandro Trossard and Martinelli often add fresh impetus, sustaining pressure and shot volume. Olympiacos are likely to defend deep late on, increasing the chances of blocks and clearances that translate into multiple second-half corners.
BTTS leverages Arsenal’s relentless attacking structure and Olympiacos’ counter-punch. Corner legs mirror expected territory: Arsenal to rack up early and late pressure, Olympiacos to earn first-half set-pieces via breaks and wide dribbles. The selections combine sustained home pressure with away transitions for a balanced, data-backed angle.
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Arsenal vs Olympiacos Bet Builder Tip
Both Teams to Score
Arsenal are renowned for their attacking fluency under Mikel Arteta, especially at home. They have scored in each of their last 13 Champions League group-stage matches at the Emirates, with ten of those ending in clean sheets. However, while their defence has been strong, recent fixtures have shown that lapses can occur, particularly from set-pieces and transitional moments, as witnessed in their 2-1 win at Newcastle where they conceded first.
Olympiacos, meanwhile, have shown both creativity and resilience. Their 3-2 victory over Levadiakos at the weekend reflected their capacity to strike late, while Chiquinho’s form in midfield ensures they have a genuine attacking threat. Historically, the Greek side have enjoyed surprising success in north London, winning their last three visits to the Emirates. This psychological edge cannot be ignored, and with Daniel Podence also offering pace and directness from the wing, Olympiacos are capable of breaching Arsenal’s backline.
The combination of Arsenal’s relentless offensive play and Olympiacos’ knack for finding goals makes a BTTS selection highly credible. Even if Arsenal dominate possession, Olympiacos’ counter-attacking ability can deliver the other half of the market.
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Olympiacos – Over 1 Corner in the First Half
Olympiacos may not dominate possession against Arsenal, but they do tend to force corners when breaking forward. In their Champions League opener against Pafos, they racked up 18 shots, many of which led to set-piece opportunities. Their aggressive wide play, with Podence often driving down the flanks, generates defensive interventions and, naturally, corners.
Facing Arsenal away, Olympiacos will likely be pushed back, but counter-attacking situations and isolated spells of pressure can still result in early corners. Arsenal’s full-backs often push high, leaving space behind for opposition wingers to exploit. This dynamic could allow Olympiacos to test the defence and win at least a couple of first-half set-pieces.
Statistical patterns back this up too – Olympiacos average multiple corners per match domestically, showing that even when not dominant, they still carve out these situations. One or more corners in the opening 45 minutes feels an attainable and realistic outcome.
Arsenal – Over 2 Corners in the First Half
Arsenal’s attacking intensity, particularly in home fixtures, regularly produces high corner counts. With Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli operating on the flanks, the Gunners consistently stretch the pitch, forcing defenders to clear dangerous situations. Their dominance of possession in the final third ensures a steady stream of attempts that often deflect behind.
In their win over Athletic Bilbao, Arsenal’s second-half wave of pressure showed exactly how they overwhelm opponents, leading to both goals. At the Emirates, they usually start with intent, aiming to put visiting sides on the back foot quickly. Olympiacos, while disciplined, struggled even against Pafos to keep territory, and will almost certainly be defending deep in the early stages.
Given Arsenal’s tactical approach and their width-heavy attack, three or more corners in the first half is well within reach. This leg fits naturally with their high pressing and territorial dominance.
Olympiacos – Over 1 Corner in the Second Half
Even if Arsenal control the match, Olympiacos’ persistence tends to create chances later in games. The Greek champions showed their resilience against Levadiakos, striking in stoppage time, and have players like Chiquinho who can sustain attacking moves well into the latter stages.
Arsenal’s backline, though usually composed, can invite pressure in the final minutes if they are managing a narrow lead. This scenario often leads to opposition corners, particularly as desperate attacking moves force defenders to block shots or clear crosses. Olympiacos’ wide play, combined with El Kaabi’s movement up front, should provide enough openings to guarantee at least one second-half corner.
It’s worth noting that Arsenal’s opponents regularly win corners even in matches the Gunners dominate. Olympiacos’ fighting spirit makes this market strong value.
Arsenal – Over 2 Corners in the Second Half
Arsenal are rarely content to sit back, even when leading, and their second-half performances often maintain or increase attacking intensity. With super-subs like Trossard and Martinelli frequently introduced after the break, the Gunners add fresh legs and creativity, which naturally generates further corner opportunities.
Olympiacos’ defence is unlikely to withstand Arsenal’s waves of pressure without conceding multiple set-pieces. Arteta’s side typically finish strongly, as shown in their recent fixtures, and with the home crowd urging them forward, attacking momentum is unlikely to slow.
A minimum of three second-half corners seems a conservative projection given Arsenal’s usual control, particularly when substitutions bring added energy.
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