When does the Euroleague Super Cup start and who is involved?
The tournament begins on 18 September 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Olympiacos meets Fenerbahce in one semifinal at 17:00 local time. Real Madrid and Dubai play the other semifinal at 20:00. The winners contest the final two days later. Olympiacos departs Athens on 16 September. The Greek champions will contest their first official matches of the 2026/27 season in the United Arab Emirates after all friendly games concluded.
Why is Kostas Papanikolaou unlikely to feature?
Papanikolaou sustained a knee problem during Greece’s World Cup qualifiers. He has not yet taken part in any team training sessions with Olympiacos. Coaches therefore view his participation in the Super Cup as highly improbable. The captain picked up the issue during the national team window and has been unable to join collective work since returning to the club. This makes any appearance in Abu Dhabi extremely unlikely according to the coaching staff.
What is the status of Nikola Milutinov?
Milutinov missed the second half of a friendly against Maccabi Tel Aviv because of left thigh tendonitis. The discomfort has since eased. He will travel to Abu Dhabi and is expected to be fit unless symptoms return in the coming days. The Serbian center will make the trip with the squad and his availability will be assessed daily. If he experiences any recurrence of the issue he may be held out of action.
How likely is Tarik Jones to play?
Jones underwent a minor procedure to remove a cyst and has been building fitness. He is not yet at full capacity but is considered the most probable of the big men to receive minutes in Abu Dhabi. The American center has reported feeling better after the small operation and is progressing toward greater involvement. His participation will be decided in the days leading up to the tournament.
Will Sasha Vezenkov be available?
Vezenkov is managing elbow inflammation. The issue is described as minor and is not expected to prevent him from taking part in the Super Cup. The Bulgarian forward shows no serious concerns from the inflammation and the small discomforts in his arm are not viewed as an obstacle to his availability.
Frequently asked questions
Which Olympiacos players are definitely out for the Super Cup?
Kostas Papanikolaou is the only player currently ruled out. All other reported cases remain under daily assessment.
Has the team announced a final roster for Abu Dhabi?
No final roster has been released. Decisions on Milutinov and Jones will be confirmed closer to departure.
Where is the Super Cup being held?
The event takes place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with participating teams also including Real Madrid and Dubai.
When does Olympiacos depart for the tournament?
The squad flies on 16 September at 14:00.
Who is the opponent in the opening game?
Olympiacos faces Fenerbahce in the first semifinal on 18 September at 17:00.
