Pavlos Dermitzakis
Football Manager and Player
Born
June 29th, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Greece
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A football player and manager, associated with various clubs in Greece. Played for clubs including AEK Athens and PAOK. Transitioned to management, leading teams in the Greek league, and gained recognition for tactical acumen. Managed several clubs over a career spanning multiple decades, emphasizing youth development and teamwork.
Played for AEK Athens and PAOK
Managed clubs in the Greek Super League
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