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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