Kostas Giannoulis

Professional Greek footballer

Kostas Giannoulis - Professional Greek footballer
Born

December 9th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Professional footballer played primarily as a left-back. Started career at Iraklis Thessaloniki, where performances drew attention. Transferred to PAOK in 2015, winning multiple domestic titles. Had a loan spell at English club Norwich City, contributing to the team's promotion to the Premier League and appearing in the top flight. Giannoulis has also represented the Greek national team since 2020.

Won Greek Super League titles with PAOK

Achieved promotion to Premier League with Norwich City

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