Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola has set his sights firmly on winning the UEFA Champions League ahead of his side's opening game against Olympiacos.

The European trophy has evaded Guardiola since he took charge of Bayern in 2013, but he hopes it will be third time lucky for the Bundesliga champion.

"We will again try to win the Champions League this season," Guardiola said. "But we should not forget that all the teams in the Champions League are very strong. A win against Olympiacos would be a good first step.

"But whether we win the Champions League or not will not be decisive in saying if this was a successful season."

Despite being favourite to win Group F, Guardiola – who won the Champions League twice at the helm of Barcelona – is not taking Olympiacos lightly.

"Olympiacos are a strong team with some quality players," he added. "They are strong in defence, have fast wingers and have plenty of experience with Esteban Cambiasso."

Bayern last won the Champions League in 2012-2013, when Jupp Heynckes guided it to an historic treble.