"Speaking to the media after the game, Mendilibar was asked about the upcoming Champions League contest against Barcelona next week. In response, the Spaniard said Olympiacos may end up conceding as many as eight goals if Olympiacos showcase their first-half performance against AEL. "I don't know. If we play as we did today in the first half, they'll score 8 goals against us," the coach said (h/t Thrylos 7 International)."
"The 64-year-old, after all, has spent multiple years coaching La Liga teams such as Athletic Club, Sevilla, Alaves, Levante and Osasuna, among others. Throughout his career, Mendilibar has faced Barcelona 27 times in all competitions, but his teams have emerged victorious on only one occasion. Mendilibar has tasted defeat against Barcelona 23 times - more than any other club in his managerial career."
Olympiacos beat AEL 2-0 but coach Jose Luis Mendilibar remained unhappy with the first-half performance. The team relied on an early goal and a penalty to lead 2-0 at half-time. Mendilibar said Olympiacos should have performed much better against an AEL side yet to win this season and sitting in the relegation zone. He warned that Barcelona could score as many as eight goals if Olympiacos replicate their first-half display. Mendilibar has extensive La Liga experience and has faced Barcelona 27 times, winning once and losing 23 times. Barcelona enter the meeting after a 2-1 win over Girona.
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