Ioannis Topalidis
Footballer and manager with AEK Athens
Born
November 24th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Greece
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A footballer and manager, played primarily as a defender. Played for AEK Athens in the Greek Super League. Transitioned to a managerial role after retirement from professional play, leading various teams in the Greek football league.
Played for AEK Athens from 1980 to 1986
Managed several Greek football clubs
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