Paraskevas Antzas

Footballer, Olympiacos player

Paraskevas Antzas - Footballer, Olympiacos player
Born

August 18th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

Links & References

Participated in the professional football career as a defender. Played for Olympiacos from 1995 to 2001. Contributed to the team's success in the Greek Super League and achieved significant recognition for performances on the field. Made appearances in various European competitions during tenure with the club.

Played for Olympiacos

Won multiple Greek Super League titles

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