Mitchell called the away game against Qarabag (13/10, 19:45) decisive for the European continuation of Olympiacos. Coach Piraeus stressed at Thursday’s pre-match press conference that he had decided on the eleven he would use and revealed that Alexandros Paschalakis would take the starting position under the goalposts.

“Of course, I decided who will play tomorrow. We have some issues with the fitness of the players who played the first game and that forced us to make changes. I had to adjust the composition and composition. There are three games left to be competitive and adapt the roster and mission to the conditions,” Mitchell replied about the roster he will field.

Asked if tomorrow’s game is Olympiacos’ last chance, he said: “We know a lot has happened in our team this year, tomorrow’s game will be decisive for us.”

The Spanish coach noted the participation of the academy players and the presence of Alexandros Paschalakis. “It’s no secret that I like to bet on the guys from the academy, I love to bet on the youth. With a large squad it will be more difficult, but they will have opportunities. Paschalakis will play tomorrow,” he said.

About his feelings after losing 3-0 in the first leg, the Spaniard replied: “The result was difficult, because we played well. We have lost control due to a disease that we are slowly treating.”