Dimitrios Konstantopoulos

Greek footballer with notable career

Dimitrios Konstantopoulos - Greek footballer with notable career
Born

November 29th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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A footballer specialized in the goalkeeper position, played primarily for teams in the UK and Greece. Highlighted career includes playing in the English Premier League with Middlesbrough and participating in several UEFA competitions. His career spanned over a decade, culminating in achievements in domestic leagues and cup competitions.

Played for Middlesbrough in the Premier League

Competed in the UEFA Europa League

Represented Greece in various international matches

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