Dimitris Papadopoulos

Greek footballer, played for PAOK

Dimitris Papadopoulos - Greek footballer, played for PAOK
Born

October 20th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Born in Greece, career commenced with PAOK, where developed as a forward. Played for several clubs in Greece and abroad. Contributed to the national team with multiple appearances during international competitions. Had significant spells at clubs like AEK Athens and Aris Thessaloniki, showcasing notable performances. Retired from professional football after a distinguished career spanning over a decade.

Played for PAOK FC

Represented Greece in international matches

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