Win and Loss in Holland
By: Peter Katsiris | July 27th, 2008
Olympiacos wrapped up its friendly tour of Holland with a win and a loss in its final two games. It was the second of three stops on Olympiacos’ friendly tour. Previously the side trained in Austria, where the Greek champions had mixed fortunes. After the 0-0 draw against FC Emmen, Olympiacos took to the pitch against FC Gronigen. A goal from Darko Kovacevic opened up the soring, and a penalty save moments later preserved the 1-0 lead. Vassilis Torosidis added another in the second half, and Olympiacos came out 2-0 winners over its Eredivisie competition.
A much tougher Eredivisie side featured in the next game, as Olympiacos took on Steven McClaren’s FC Twente. Olympiacos was not as fortunate this time around; one goal in each half by the hosts sealed Olympiacos’ fate.
Olympiacos returns to Greece for their final stop in their preseason training. The next friendly match is set for a July 31st encounter with Spanish side Getafe CF. The remainder of Olympiacos’ friendly schedule see the Greek Champions come across Greek 2nd Division side Atromitos, as well as Spanish side Racing Santander. It was also confirmed that Olympiacos will play Saudi Arabian Champions al Hilal at the Georgios Karaiskakis.
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Tags: 2008/2009 Pre-Season, FC Gronigen, FC Twente, Friendlies, Greece, Holland, Olympiacos, Olympiacos Team NewsSubscribe
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