Kostas Chalkias

Footballer and Greece national team member

Kostas Chalkias - Footballer and Greece national team member
Born

May 30th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Born in 1974, a former professional footballer played as a goalkeeper. Started career with PAOK and later played for several clubs including Iraklis and AEL Kalloni. Represented the Greece national team, earning multiple caps. Contributed to Greece's success in qualifying for the 2004 UEFA European Championship, the tournament which Greece won. Retired from international football after 2010.

Participated in the UEFA Euro 2004 championship

Played for PAOK and Iraklis

Represented Greece in international competitions

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