Kostas Eleftherakis
Greek footballer and Olympic competitor
Born
July 18th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Greece
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Played as a forward in the Greek football league, representing prominent clubs in Greece. Competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics as part of the national team. His tenure in Greek football included significant contributions to club success and national representation during a critical era for the sport in Greece.
Competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics
Played for AEK Athens
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