The Greek champions are in huge danger of an early exit from Europe following a second consecutive 0-3 home loss, this time at the hands of Qarabag FK.

Olympiacos fell to the Azerbaijani club in a terrible defeat at Karaiskakis Stadium on Friday morning (AEDT) in the third matchday of the Europa League group stage, keeping the Piraeus outfit pointless and in last place.

The Baku-based team broke the deadlock after 68 minutes when striker Owusu finished a one-on-one chance into the bottom right, with the goal being awarded by VAR following an original offside call.

Qarabag right back Marko Vesovic soon doubled their advantage after pouncing on a mistake at the back and dribbling the ball past goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis to hit it into an empty net (82′).

Substitute Ramil Sheydaev secured the three points with a powerful shot from the right side of the box which flew into the top right corner after hitting the underside of the crossbar (86′).

Cypriot team Omonia put up a valiant effort but eventually lost 2-3 at home to English giants Manchester United to remain fourth in their group with zero points.

The hosts amazingly went into the break ahead, thanks to a rapid counter attack which saw striker Karim Ansarifard finish the ball into the top right (34′).

United came out firing in the second half, with winger Marcus Rashford guiding the ball into the bottom right corner from the edge of the box (53′) before forward Anthony Martial put them ahead with a shot from a similar position, this time creeping into the bottom left (63′).

Rashford then scored what proved to be the winner, tapping in a brilliant pass from icon Cristiano Ronaldo (84′), with Omonia getting their second goal a minute later via substitute Nikolas Panagiotou.

AEK Larnaca suffered a 2-0 defeat in their away match with Fenerbahce, keeping them in third with three points.

The Turkish side took the lead after an over-the-top ball released Michy Batshuayi, with the striker smacking the ball into the bottom left (26′), before midfielder Rafail Mamas scored an own goal through a deflection from a free kick delivery (79′).

Apollon Limassol lost 3-2 away to AZ Alkmaar in the third matchday of the Europa Conference League group stage to remain in fourth place on one point.

The hosts went ahead 16 minutes in after striker Jens Odgaard’s shot deflected into the top left (16′) but the current Cypriot premiers soon equalised via winger Patrick Joosten, who hit the ball in from close range (19′).

The Dutch team regained the lead, thanks to Dani De Wit’s penalty into the bottom right (62′), though the Limassol side again drew level through a magnificent long-range strike into the top right from defender Euclides Cabral (71′).

AZ Alkmaar eventually bagged a winning goal when substitute Jesper Karlsson headed in a cross from teammate Milos Kerkez (85′).

AEK aiming to extend winning streak as they prepare for difficult away fixture with Aris

AEK’s great form of late will be put to the test this weekend as they make the trip to Thessaloniki to take on a hungry Aris side eager to avenge a shock loss last matchday.

Enosi is looking to make it three straight wins as they challenge Aris at “Kleanthis Vikelidis” Stadium in the highlight fixture of the Greek Super League’s seventh round on Monday morning (AEDT).

The hosts themselves have a lot to rectify with this game after losing to Volos in their previous contest, making a win all the more crucial for them in this match.

Panathinaikos takes on Asteras Tripolis at “Leoforos” and the Greens will be keen to keep their perfect start intact, having already started the season with six victories, one of which being a huge away triumph over PAOK last weekend.

Olympiacos battles OFI in Crete and the Piraeus giants will be desperate for a success following another poor European result midweek.

PAOK goes away to face Levadiakos in a must-win game for the Double-headed eagle of the North, especially given their opponents are yet to record a single victory this campaign.

Atromitos hosts Giannina on Tuesday morning in what looms as a very evenly-matched fixture, with both clubs having earned maximum points just the once thus far.

Panetolikos hosts Volos in the round opener on Sunday morning in a surprising top half battle between sixth and fourth respectively, as both sides aim to continue their great starts to the season.

Ionikos plays Lamia at home in a bid to record a maiden win this term, though they will need to be wary of the opposition who will be in great spirits after bagging their first three points in the previous round.

Greek Super League Round 7 fixtures (AEST)

Panetolikos-Volos: 01.00, Sun 09 Oct

Ionikos-Lamia: 03.30, Sun 09 Oct

OFI-Olympiacos: 00.00, Mon 10 Oct

Levadiakos-PAOK: 00.30, Mon 10 Oct

Panathinaikos-Asteras Tripolis: 03.30, Mon 10 Oct

Giannina-Panetolikos: 02.00, Mon 10 Oct

Atromitos-Giannina: 02.00, Tue 11 Oct