Alketas Panagoulias

Football manager and player

Alketas Panagoulias - Football manager and player
Born

May 30th, 1934
91 years ago

Died

June 18th, 2012
13 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Played as a footballer primarily in Greece and moved on to a managerial career leading various clubs and national teams. Managed the Greek national team during the 1974 FIFA World Cup. Additionally, had a successful spell managing at club level, including a notable period with the team PAOK.

Managed the Greek national team in 1974 FIFA World Cup

Coached teams in Greece, including PAOK

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