Kostas Fortounis

Greek footballer with versatile playmaking skills

Kostas Fortounis - Greek footballer with versatile playmaking skills
Born

October 16th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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A professional footballer, achieved success primarily as an attacking midfielder. Played for prominent clubs, including Olympiacos, where he became a key player. Represented the Greek national team, earning numerous caps in international tournaments. Demonstrated exceptional dribbling, vision, and passing ability throughout a career marked by consistency and technical skill.

Won multiple Super League titles with Olympiacos

Played in the UEFA Champions League

Represented Greece in the UEFA European Championship

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