Tasos Mitropoulos

Greek footballer and politician

Tasos Mitropoulos - Greek footballer and politician
Born

August 23rd, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Played professional football primarily as a midfielder. Started career in the youth ranks of AEK Athens, before making senior appearances with the club. Later played for various teams, including Apollon Smyrni and Ethnikos Piraeus. Transitioned into politics, serving in local government positions, including as a member of the Greek Parliament. Engaged in sports administration after football career.

Played for AEK Athens

Served in the Greek Parliament

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