Armando “Hormiga” González is facing an unusual early spell at Olympiacos: the Mexican forward has supplied more goal involvement than any other striker in the squad this season, yet he has become the least-used attacking option across the club’s past three matches.
Key takeaways
- González has played only 47 minutes in Olympiacos’ last three games.
- Marius Mouandilmadji featured for 180 minutes over the same period, while Roman Yaremchuk accumulated 145.
- The former Chivas academy forward has recorded six combined goals and assists this season.
- Coach Imanol Alguacil says González remains in an adaptation process in Greece.
- Alguacil has praised the Mexican’s movement in the penalty area, work rate and desire to improve.
A productive forward waiting for a larger role
The contrast is stark for González at the Greek club. His six direct contributions to goals place him ahead of Olympiacos’ other forwards in that measure this season, but recent team selections have left him with a limited role.
Across the last three fixtures, the Mexican has been on the pitch for 47 minutes. Mouandilmadji has completed 180 minutes in that stretch, while Yaremchuk has received 145, underlining González’s current status as a secondary choice in Alguacil’s attacking plans.
For a player developed at Chivas, the challenge is no longer simply making an impact from the bench or in brief appearances. His numbers have already shown an ability to influence matches, but the next step is turning that efficiency into sustained trust and more regular opportunities in the Olympiacos side.
Alguacil asks for patience
Alguacil has made clear that he values what González brings near goal. The Spanish coach highlighted the forward’s instinct in the box, his ability to locate space and his commitment in training.
“He has a special instinct inside the area and moves very well,” Alguacil said. “He also works hard, but he needs to adapt to the league, the team, the coach and his team-mates. These things take time.”
The coach also pointed to González’s attitude and willingness to develop, while stressing that the striker must make the most of the minutes available to strengthen his case for a bigger place in the side.
