Odysseas Vlachodimos
Footballer with Greek national team
Born
April 26th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Greece
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Born in 1994, a professional footballer plays as a goalkeeper. Began his career with AEK Athens and moved to Germany to join VfB Stuttgart. Joined Benfica in 2018 and became the first-choice goalkeeper. Represented the Greek national team, making significant contributions in international matches.
Played for Benfica in Primeira Liga
Represented Greece in international competitions
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