Leonidas Andrianopoulos

Greek footballer and national team player

Leonidas Andrianopoulos - Greek footballer and national team player
Born

August 10th, 1911
113 years ago

Died

2011
14 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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A Greek footballer played as a forward, primarily associated with AEK Athens. Debuted in the 1930s and became a key player for the national team, contributing to Greece's participation in international competitions. His playing style and scoring ability earned recognition in Greek football, and he was part of the squad that competed in the 1934 FIFA World Cup. Continued to influence the game, both on and off the field, through subsequent years.

Competed in the 1934 FIFA World Cup

Played for AEK Athens

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