Olympiakos captures fourth EuroLeague crown in Athens
Olympiakos secured the EuroLeague championship on Sunday, May 24, 2026, after a 92‑85 victory over Real Madrid in the final held at the OAKA Olympic Indoor Arena in Athens, Greece. The win capped a remarkable season for the Greek powerhouse, delivering the club’s fourth continental title, a moment that even NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo witnessed from the stands.
From the outset the match was tightly contested, but Olympiakos found themselves trailing early as Real Madrid built a modest lead. Turnovers and a sluggish start threatened to derail the Greeks, yet a decisive stretch in the third quarter shifted momentum. Alec Peters, who had been quiet for much of the game, stepped up when it mattered most, sinking the final free throw to seal the win.
Celebrations and key performances
Evan Fournier contributed 20 points, orchestrating the offense with a blend of scoring and playmaking, while Trey Lyles paced Real Madrid with 24 points. Despite Lyles’ effort, the Spanish side could not overcome the late surge by Olympiakos, who turned a series of miscues into a decisive run.
The triumph was met with jubilation across the city, as thousands of supporters flooded the streets of Athens and gathered at the port of Piraeus to celebrate. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the celebration, offering his congratulations to the champions and hailing the team’s contribution to the nation’s sporting heritage.