Vasilis Hatzipanagis

Greek footballer and Olympiakos star

Vasilis Hatzipanagis - Greek footballer and Olympiakos star
Born

October 26th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Played professional football primarily as an attacking midfielder. Spent the majority of a career with Iraklis Thessaloniki, making over 500 appearances. Achieved a reputation for exceptional dribbling ability and technical skill. Represented the Greek national team in international competitions, further contributing to the sport's popularity in the country.

Forty-two caps for the Greek national team

Played for Iraklis Thessaloniki for 17 years

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