51 Super League Greece Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Super League Greece is the top tier of football in Greece. It was founded in 2006 and is currently contested by 16 teams.

The current champion is Olympiacos, who has won the competition for the last 8 consecutive seasons. Super League Greece is known for its passionate fan base and intense rivalries between the teams.

The season runs from August to May, with each team playing each other twice, home and away. The top 6 teams at the end of the season qualify for the European competitions and the bottom 3 teams are relegated to the Football League.

Table of Contents

1. James Rodríguez

Midfielder

James Rodríguez Career

  • 2001–2005: Academia Tolimense de Fútbol
  • 2005–2006: Envigado
  • 2006–2008: Envigado
  • 2008–2010: Banfield
  • 2010–2013: Porto
  • 2013–2014: Monaco
  • 2014–2020: Real Madrid
  • 2017–2019: Bayern Munich (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Everton
  • 2021–2022: Al-Rayyan
  • 2022: Olympiacos
  • 2007: Colombia U17
  • 2011: Colombia U20
  • 2011: Colombia

James Rodríguez is a Colombian attacking midfielder who currently plays for Olympiacos. James was born in 1991 and started his career with Academia Tolimense de Fútbol before moving to Envigado in 2006.

In 2008, he joined Banfield where he made 42 appearances over the course of two seasons. James signed for Bayern Munich in 2013 and helped them win the UEFA Champions League that same year. 

He left Bayern Munich after one season to join Monaco where he has since won Ligue 1 twice and played at the FIFA World Cup 2014™ Qualifier as well as the 2018 World Cup Finals tournament. 

James rejoined Olympiacos at the end of 2019 having already won two Greek Championships with them during his time away from Greece. 

At the international level, James has represented Colombia at both under-17s and under-20s levels before making his senior debut in 2012.

Also Played For: real madrid, spain young

2. Orbelín Pineda

Orbelín Pineda Career

  • 2012–2014: Querétaro
  • 2014–2015: Querétaro
  • 2016–2018: Guadalajara
  • 2019–2021: Cruz Azul
  • 2022: Celta
  • 2022: AEK Athens (loan)
  • 2015: Mexico U20
  • 2016: Mexico

Orbelín Pineda is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for AEK Athens in Greece on loan from Celta. He was born in Coyuca de Catalán, Guerrero and started his career with Querétaro before moving to Greece this season.

A versatile midfielder or winger, Pineda has played 44 games for Querétaro since 2014 as well as 8 games for AEK Athens so far this season. 

Orbelín is an agile player with good passing ability and can also score goals; he is likely to be an important part of any team he joins in the future.

With Mexico set to host the Concacaf Gold Cup next year, there's sure to be plenty more interest in Orbelin's performances over the coming months and years. 

Orbelín Pineda is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for Celta de Vigo on loan from AEK Athens. Orbelín started his career with Club América, before joining Guadalajara in 2016.

He has represented Mexico at both youth and senior level, winning medals at the CONCACAF Gold Cup and Copa America respectively. 

In 2019 he joined Cruz Azul on loan from AEK Athens where he has been an ever-present so far this season scoring seven goals in ten appearances. 

With over 100 club appearances to his name already, Orbelín looks set to continue playing football well into his thirties.

Also Played For: liga mx, mexico national football team

3. Harold Moukoudi

AS Saint-Étienne

Harold Moukoudi Career

  • 2003–2006: US Nogent
  • 2006–2009: Chantilly
  • 2009–2010: Le Havre
  • 2010–2012: Chantilly
  • 2012–2015: Le Havre
  • 2015–2017: Le Havre B
  • 2016–2019: Le Havre
  • 2019–2022: Saint-Étienne
  • 2020: Middlesbrough (loan)
  • 2022: AEK Athens
  • 2012–2013: France U16
  • 2014: France U17
  • 2014: France U18
  • 2018: France U20
  • 2019: Cameroon

Harold Moukoudi is a French centre-back who currently plays for AEK Athens in the Greek Superleague. He started his career at US Nogent before moving to Chantilly and then Le Havre in 2010.

In 2015, he joined Le Havre's rivals, Châteauroux, on a season-long loan deal. Harold made his senior debut for Le Havre in 2012 and has since played over 100 games for the club across all competitions.

He was part of France's U19 team that finished runners up at the 2016 European Championships and also appeared at Euro 2017 as an unused substitute but did not feature in any matches.

Harold is known for his strong aerial ability and solid defensive play which has helped him secure regular starting spots during his time with Le Havre.

Harold Moukoudi (born 27 November 1997) is a French professional footballer who plays as a defenderfor AEK Athensin the Greek Superleague.

Also Played For: cameroon, le havre ac

4. Cédric Bakambu

Forward

Cédric Bakambu Career

  • 2000–2019: Ivry
  • 2006–2010: Sochaux
  • 2010–2014: Sochaux
  • 2010–2014: Sochaux II
  • 2014–2015: Bursaspor
  • 2015–2018: Villarreal
  • 2018–2021: Beijing Guoan
  • 2022: Marseille
  • 2022: Olympiacos
  • 2009: France U18
  • 2009–2010: France U19
  • 2010–2011: France U20
  • 2015–2022: DR Congo

Cédric Bakambu was born on April 11th, 1991 in Vitry-sur-Seine, France. He started his career at Ivry before moving to Sochaux and subsequently Olympiacos.

Cédric is a forward who can also play as a winger or second striker. In total he has made 94 appearances for Olympiacos, scoring 15 goals along the way. 

Outside of football, Cédric is studying business administration at Panthère Academie Sports Sciences in Paris suburb Pantin.[3] Bakambu began his career with French side Lille OSC and made an immediate impact, scoring 14 league goals in 24 appearances as a teenager.

He then moved to Spanish giants Villarreal for €12 million (£9 million) and went on to score 32 goals in 75 appearances over two seasons there before joining Chinese Super League side Beijing Guoan for €71 million (£58 million). 

Bakambu has represented DR Congo at senior level since 2015 and scored 13 international goals in 40 appearances. In January 2019, he signed a four-and-a-half year contract with Turkish club Bursaspor.

Also Played For: villarreal cf, chinese super league

5. Garry Rodrigues

Midfielder

Garry Rodrigues Career

  • 2004–2007: Feyenoord
  • 2007–2009: Real SC
  • 2009–2010: XerxesDZB
  • 2011: Rostocker FC
  • 2011–2012: Boshuizen
  • 2012–2013: ADO Den Haag
  • 2012–2013: Dordrecht (loan)
  • 2013–2014: Levski Sofia
  • 2014–2015: Elche
  • 2015–2017: PAOK
  • 2017–2019: Galatasaray
  • 2019–2021: Al-Ittihad
  • 2019–2020: Fenerbahçe (loan)
  • 2021: Olympiacos
  • 2013: Cape Verde
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 June 2022

Garry Rodrigues is a Dutch winger who currently plays for Olympiacos. He began his career at Feyenoord before joining Real SC in 2007. 

Rodrigues made an appearance for the Netherlands national team in 2013, and has since become a regular starter for them.

Garry Rodrigues is known as one of the quickest wingers in Europe, and is capable of playing anywhere across the front three positions Rodrigues is a versatile player who can play as either a center back or defensive midfielder. 

Rodrigues started his career with Dutch side XerxesDZB, before moving to Rostocker FC in 2011.

In 2012, Rodrigues joined ADO Den Haag on loan and helped the club win promotion to the Eredivisie. He made 36 appearances for Levski Sofia in Bulgaria during the 2013-2014 season and was signed by Elche later that year. 

Rodrigues moved to PAOK in Greece in 2015 where he spent three seasons until 2017 when he joined Galatasaray on a free transfer.

Rodrigues then signed for Al-Ittihad of Saudi Arabia on a one-year contract at the start of 2019 season. At the end of 2020campaign, Garry will join Olympiacos after spending two years with Fenerbahçe.

Also Played For: olympiacos f.c, galatasaray s.k

6. Tomasz Kędziora

Defender

Tomasz Kędziora Career

  • 2010: UKP Zielona Góra
  • 2010–2012: Lech Poznań
  • 2012–2017: Lech Poznań
  • 2017: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 2022: Lech Poznań (loan)
  • 2023: PAOK (loan)
  • 2009–2011: Poland U17
  • 2011–2012: Poland U18
  • 2012–2013: Poland U19
  • 2014–2015: Poland U20
  • 2015–2017: Poland U21
  • 2017: Poland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 March 2022

Tomasz Kędziora is a Polish-born full-back who is currently on loan at PAOK from Dynamo Kyiv. Kędziora made his professional debut with UKP Zielona Góra in 2010, before joining Dynamo Kyiv in 2013.

Kędziora has made over 110 appearances for Dynamo Kyiv and PAOK, and has represented his country at youth level. 

Kędziora is a versatile full-back who can also play in centre-back positions. Kędziora is a hard-working defender who is comfortable on the ball.

Kędziora is a key player for PAOK, and his performances have helped the club avoid relegation. Kędziora is likely to stay at PAOK until the end of the season, despite being loaned to Dynamo Kyiv. Kędziora is a promising defender who is still developing as a player.

Kędziora is a versatile defender who is comfortable on the ball and can play in various positions.

Also Played For: polish soccer league, fc dynamo kyiv

7. Mathieu Valbuena

Midfielder

Mathieu Valbuena Career

  • 1990–2001: Blanquefort
  • 2001–2003: Bordeaux
  • 2003–2004: Langon-Castets
  • 2004–2006: Libourne
  • 2006–2014: Marseille
  • 2014–2015: Dynamo Moscow
  • 2015–2017: Lyon
  • 2017–2019: Fenerbahçe
  • 2019: Olympiacos
  • 2010–2015: France
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 October 2015

Valbuena is a French international midfielder who is currently playing for Olympiacos. Valbuena started his career at hometown club Blanquefort before moving to Spanish side Valencia in 2003.

Valbuena had a brief spell with English side Fulham before joining Marseille in 2009. Valbuena joined Olympiacos in January 2019. Valbuena is known for his ability to score goals and has played for France at various levels.

Valbuena is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing and crossing ability. Valbuena is a versatile player who can play in a number of midfield positions. Valbuena is a popular figure with Olympiacos fans, who appreciate his attacking play.

Valbuena is a key player for Olympiacos in their attempt to qualify for the Champions League. Mathieu Valbuena is a French professional footballer who plays for Olympiacos. 

Valbuena made his professional debut with Bordeaux in 2001 and enjoyed a successful decade with the club, winning two Ligue 1 titles and the Coupe de France.

He joined Marseille in 2006 and helped them to win the Ligue 1 title in 2009 and the Coupe de France in 2011. Valbuena then moved to Dynamo Moscow, where he won the Russian Premier League in 2013. 

He moved to Lyon in 2015 and helped them to win the Ligue 1 title in 2017. Valbuena then joined Fenerbahçe in 2019 and helped them to win the Turkish Super Lig title.

He has also represented France at international level, making 52 appearances and scoring eight goals. Mathieu Valbuena is expected to retire at the end of the 2019-20 season.

Also Played For: fc dynamo moscow, olympique de marseille

8. Andrija Živković

Serbia national football team

Andrija Živković Career

  • 2009–2013: Partizan
  • 2013–2016: Partizan
  • 2016–2020: Benfica
  • 2020: PAOK
  • 2011–2013: Serbia U17
  • 2014–2015: Serbia U19
  • 2014–2015: Serbia U20
  • 2013–2019: Serbia U21
  • 2013: Serbia

Andrija Živković is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for PAOK. Nacional Niš and then joined Partizan in 2013. Partizan and scored 17 goals. Winger and is currently contracted to PAOK until 2020.

Serbia at various youth levels Živković is 26 years old and stands at 1.69 meters tall. PAOK and is expected to feature in their upcoming UEFA Europa League qualifying campaign. 

PAOK and is expected to lead the team in terms of goals scored during the upcoming season.

Živković is a fast andskilled winger and is expected to have a bright future in football. Andrija Živković is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Portuguese club Benfica. 

Serbia at the international level, and was a member of the team that reached the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015.

Serbian club sides U21 and U20, and has scored 32 goals in total. 4. Živković is a fast and powerful striker, and has been described as a "talented player with great potential". 

Serbia at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Belgrade fan, and is often seen in the stands at home games of his club. Zoran Živković. Benfica, and is contracted until 2020.

Serbia's national team, and is regarded as one of the most promising young players in Europe.

Also Played For: serbia football team, football manager 2016

9. Panagiotis Retsos

Bayer 04 Leverkusen

Panagiotis Retsos Career

  • 2008–2016: Olympiacos
  • 2016–2017: Olympiacos
  • 2017–2022: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2020: Sheffield United (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2022: Hellas Verona
  • 2022: Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Greece U17
  • 2015: Greece U18
  • 2016–2017: Greece U19
  • 2019–2020: Greece U21
  • 2017: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20 November 2022

Panagiotis Retsos is a 24-year-old defender who currently plays for Olympiacos on loan from Hellas Verona. Retsos started his career at Olympiacos, spending six years with the club before moving to Hellas Verona in 2016.

Retsos is a versatile defender who can play at either centre-back or right-back. Retsos made his international debut for South Africa in 2018. Retsos is a hard-working defender who is always looking to help his team defend their goal.

Retsos is a versatile player who can play in a number of different positions. Retsos is a highly-rated defender who is expected to be a key part of Olympiacos’ upcoming season. Retsos is a versatile defender who can play in a number of different positions.

Retsos is a hard-working defender who is always looking to help his team defend their goal.

Also Played For: football manager 2018

10. Giorgos Masouras

Olympiacos F.C.

Giorgos Masouras Career

  • 2012–2014: Ilisiakos
  • 2014–2019: Panionios
  • 2019: Olympiacos
  • 2015–2017: Greece U21
  • 2018: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:30, 20 November 2022 (UTC).

Giorgos Masouras is a winger for Olympiacos and has represented Greece at youth level. Masouras has made a name for himself in the Greek Super League with Olympiacos, topping the goalscoring charts in the 2016–17 season.

Masouras is a speedster on the wing and is known for his dribbling skills. Masouras is a versatile player who can play in any attacking position. 

Masouras is contracted to Olympiacos until 2022. Masouras is a hardworking player and is always looking to provide assistance to his teammates.

Masouras is a dangerous player with the ball at his feet and is known for his finishing abilities. Masouras is a patriotic player and is known for his commitment to the Greek National Team. 

Masouras is a talented player with a bright future ahead of him. Masouras is a versatile defender who has played for both club and country in his career.

Masouras has been a regular starter for Olympiacos in the Greek Super League and has helped the club reach the UEFA Europa League play-offs this season. Masouras has represented Greece at youth level and has also played for the U21 side. 

Masouras is a versatile defender who is comfortable at both centre-back and right-back. Masouras is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch.

Masouras is a versatile defender who is comfortable in both defence and attack. Masouras is a valuable member of the Olympiacos squad and is an important part of the team. 

Masouras is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Masouras is a versatile defender who is a valuable member of the Olympiacos squad.

11. Pape Abou Cissé

Olympiacos F.C.

Pape Abou Cissé Career

  • 2012–2014: AS Pikine
  • 2013–2014: AS Pikine
  • 2014–2017: Ajaccio
  • 2017: Olympiacos
  • 2021: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2015: Senegal U20
  • 2018: Senegal

Pape Abou Cissé was born in Senegal in 1995. He started his career with AS Pikine in 2012. He played for Ajaccio in Ligue 1 between 2014 and 2017. He joined Olympiacos in the summer of 2017.

He has made 71 appearances for Olympiacos so far. He is a centre back. He has represented Senegal at youth level. 

He is a regular for Olympiacos. He is 27 years old. Pape Abou Cissé is a Senegalese footballer who most notably played for Olympiacos and Saint-Étienne.

Cissé made his professional debut with Olympiacos in 2017 and has since played for Saint-Étienne on a loan. 

Cissé has represented Senegal at various youth levels, most notably the Africa Cup of Nations. Cissé is a versatile midfielder who can play in defence or midfield.

Cissé is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Cissé is expected to return to Saint-Étienne in the near future. 

Cissé is a promising young footballer and is likely to continue to play at the highest level for many years to come. Cissé is a player who is always looking to improve his game and work on his weaknesses.

Cissé is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of different positions, making him a very exciting player to watch.

Also Played For: senegal national football team

12. Sverrir Ingi Ingason

PAOK FC

Sverrir Ingi Ingason Career

  • 1997–2011: Breiðablik
  • 2011–2013: Breiðablik
  • 2011: Augnablik (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Viking
  • 2015–2017: Lokeren
  • 2017: Granada
  • 2017–2019: Rostov
  • 2019: PAOK
  • 2009: Iceland U17
  • 2010: Iceland U19
  • 2012–2014: Iceland U21
  • 2014: Iceland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:00, 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21 November 2022

Sverrir is a centre back for PAOK and played for Iceland at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Sverrir started his youth career with Breiðablik before moving on to start his senior career with PAOK.

Sverrir has represented Iceland at youth level and was part of the team that made it to the final of the U-17 European Championship in 2011. Sverrir is a regular in the PAOK starting XI and is regarded as one of the best centre backs in the Greek Super League.

Sverrir has also been capped for Iceland at senior level. His first international appearance came in a friendly match against Macedonia in November 2013. Sverrir is a regular in the Iceland squad and is expected to be part of the team that takes part in the 2020 European Championship.

Sverrir is married and has two children. Sverrir is a supporter of Breiðablik and is a regular at their matches. Sverrir is considered to be a rising star in the footballing world and is expected to continue his success with PAOK in the future.

Also Played For: iceland national football team

13. Levi García

AEK Athens F.C.

Levi García Career

  • 2011–2014: Shiva Boys' Hindu College
  • 2012–2013: T&TEC
  • 2013–2014: Siparia Spurs
  • 2012–2013: T&TEC
  • 2014–2015: Central FC
  • 2015–2018: AZ
  • 2016–2018:Jong AZ (loan)
  • 2018: Excelsior (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Ironi Kiryat Shmona
  • 2019–2020: Beitar Jerusalem
  • 2020: AEK Athens
  • 2012–2013: Trinidad and Tobago U17
  • 2014–2015: Trinidad and Tobago U20
  • 2016: Trinidad and Tobago
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 June 2022

Levi García is a Trinidad and Tobago international footballer who currently plays for Greek club AEK Athens. Levi García started his football career with Shiva Boys' Hindu College and then played for T&TEC before joining Siparia Spurs in 2013.

García made his international debut for Trinidad and Tobago in January 2019 and played in all three of their CONCACAF Gold Cup matches. 

García is a right winger and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. García has been described as a "talented young player" with a "high work-rate".

AEK Athens are currently in the UEFA Europa League and García is in the squad for their first qualifying round tie against Ruzomberok. 

García is also a regular for the Trinidad and Tobago national team. Levi García started his senior career with Trinidad and Tobago's top club T&TEC. García then joined Central FC, before switching to AZ in 2015.

He has played for Jong AZ and Excelsior on loan, and has also represented Trinidad and Tobago at international level. García is a regular for AEK Athens, and is tipped for big things in the future.

Also Played For: trinidad and tobago

14. Oleg Reabciuk

F.C. Porto B

Oleg Reabciuk Career

  • 2009–2010: Rio Maior
  • 2010–2011: Sporting CP
  • 2011–2015: Rio Maior
  • 2015–2016: Belenenses
  • 2016–2017: Porto
  • 2017–2019: Porto B
  • 2019–2020: Paços de Ferreira
  • 2021: Olympiacos
  • 2016: Moldova U19
  • 2018: Moldova
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20 November 2022

Oleg Reabciuk is a left-back who currently plays for Olympiacos. Reabciuk began his career with Rio Maior in 2009. He made his senior debut in 2018. Reabciuk is a Moldovan international.

He is 1.80 m tall and has 45 caps for Olympiacos. Reabciuk is a versatile defender, able to play left-back or in midfield. He is a hard worker and is highly respected by his teammates. Reabciuk is a promising young player with a bright future.

He is a popular figure with the Olympiacos fans. Oleg Reabciuk is a Moldovan international footballer who has played for Sporting CP and Rio Maior. 

Oleg Reabciuk is a midfielder who is known for his good passing ability. Oleg Reabciuk made his senior debut for Rio Maior in 2015.

Oleg Reabciuk joined Porto in 2016 and played for them until 2017. Oleg Reabciuk has represented Moldova at youth international level. 

Oleg Reabciuk signed for Belenenses in 2018. Oleg Reabciuk is a mainstay in the Porto midfield and is expected to stay there for the foreseeable future.

Oleg Reabciuk is one of Moldova's most promising young players and his international career is only just beginning. Oleg Reabciuk is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions, making him a valuable asset to any side.

15. Zymer Bytyqi

Konyaspor

Zymer Bytyqi Career

  • 2006–2009: Lura
  • 2009–2012: Sandnes Ulf
  • 2012–2013: Sandnes Ulf
  • 2013–2015: Red Bull Salzburg
  • 2013–2014: Sandnes Ulf (loan)
  • 2015–2020: Viking
  • 2020–2023: Konyaspor
  • 2023: Olympiacos
  • 2011: Norway U15
  • 2012: Norway U16
  • 2013: Norway U17
  • 2013–2014: Norway U18
  • 2014–2015: Norway U19
  • 2015: Norway U21
  • 2014: Kosovo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:00, 29 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Zymer Bytyqi is a Belgian winger who currently plays for Olympiacos. Bytyqi made his senior debut with Sandnes Ulf in 2009. He spent three seasons with Lura before joining Sandnes Ulf.

In 2013, Bytyqi joined Olympiacos. He has represented Belgium at youth level. Bytyqi is a hard-working winger who is capable of scoring goals. 

He is a fast player with good technique. Bytyqi is a versatile player who can play as a winger or a forward.

He is a promising young player who has the potential to become a star. Zymer Bytyqi is a goalkeeper who has played for several clubs in his native Kosovo. 

He has represented Norway at youth level, as well as Kosovo at international level. Zymer Bytyqi is set to join Olympiacos in the next season.

He will be a key player for the club and is expected to make a significant contribution. Zymer Bytyqi is a confident goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping abilities. 

He is a valuable addition to any team. Zymer Bytyqi is a talented goalkeeper who is well-respected by his peers. He is a key member of any team and is expected to make a significant impact.

Zymer Bytyqi is a talented goalkeeper who is set to make a significant contribution to Olympiacos in the next season. He is a valuable addition to any team and is expected to be a major player in the future.

16. Diadie Samassekou

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

Diadie Samassekou Career

  • 2015: Real Bamako
  • 2015–2016: Liefering
  • 2016–2019: Red Bull Salzburg
  • 2019: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2022: Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2015: Mali U20
  • 2015–2016: Mali U23
  • 2016: Mali

Diadie Samassekou is a defensive midfielder who currently plays for Olympiacos on loan from 1899 Hoffenheim. Samassekou was born in Bamako, Mali and started his career at Real Bamako.

He made his senior debut in 2015 and has since played for Olympiacos on loan from Hoffenheim. Samassekou is a versatile midfielder who is known for his defensive work. He is a member of the Mali national team and has played at the 2018 World Cup.

Samassekou is a keen footballer and has been praised for his attacking play. He is considered one of the best defensive midfielders in Europe. 

Samassekou is a hardworker who is always looking to improve his game. He is a promising young player who is set to continue making an impact in the European football scene.

Diadie Samassekou is a Malian international footballer who currently plays for Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga. 

Diadie Samassekou has played for Mali at international level, and has represented his country at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2015. Diadie Samassekou is a versatile player, who is capable of playing in either midfield or defence.

Diadie Samassekou is a hard-working player, who is always looking for the ball. Diadie Samassekou is a good passer of the ball, and is able to create chances for his team-mates. 

Diadie Samassekou is a consistent performer, and is always looking to give his best performance. Diadie Samassekou is a fast player, and is capable of running with the ball at full speed.

Diadie Samassekou is a strong player, and is capable of putting in a strong tackle. Diadie Samassekou is a versatile player, who can play in any midfield or defence position.

Also Played For: mali

17. Sergi Canos

Brentford F.C.

Sergi Canos Career

  • 2010–2013: Barcelona
  • 2013–2015: Liverpool
  • 2015–2016: Liverpool
  • 2015–2016: Brentford (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Norwich City
  • 2017: Brentford
  • 2023: Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2012: Spain U15
  • 2013: Spain U16
  • 2013–2014: Spain U17
  • 2016: Spain U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 13 February 2023 (UTC)

Sergi Canos is a Spanish winger who currently plays for Olympiacos on loan from Brentford. Canos began his playing career at Nules, before moving to CD Castellón.

In 2012, Canos signed for Barcelona, where he made 38 appearances and scored two goals. In January 2016, Canos joined Brentford on loan, and made an impact in the Championship.

Canos is a fast, attacking winger who is known for his dribbling and pace. Canos is a Spanish international and has represented his country at youth level. Canos is a potential replacement for Neymar if the Brazilian leaves Barcelona.

Canos is expected to return to Barcelona in the summer. Canos is a versatile player who can play as a winger or a forward. 

Sergi Canos is a Spanish footballer who plays for Liverpool and the Spain national team. Canos began his career at Barcelona, where he made 83 appearances and scored six goals.

He joined Liverpool in 2013 and has since made 187 appearances and scored 26 goals. Canos has been called up to the Spain national team many times, and has made eight appearances. Canos is a versatile player who can play as a defender or midfield. 

He is a good passer and has good ball control. Canos is known for his hard work, and is often seen running up and down the pitch.

Canos is a valuable member of the Liverpool team, and is expected to help the team win more trophies in the future. Canos is a popular player with the Liverpool fans, and is known for his smile and good attitude on and off the pitch.

Also Played For: brentford f.c

18. Djibril Sidibé

France national football team

Djibril Sidibé Career

  • 2000–2010: Troyes
  • 2010–2012: Troyes
  • 2012–2015: Lille II
  • 2012–2016: Lille
  • 2016–2022: Monaco
  • 2019–2020: Everton (loan)
  • 2022: AEK Athens
  • 2011–2013: France U20
  • 2013: France U21
  • 2016–2018: France

Djibril Sidibé is a defender who has played for AEK Athens in Greece and Lille II in France. Sidibé was born in Troyes, France in 1992. Sidibé is 1.83 metres tall and has played for AEK Athens since 2012.

Sidibé made his senior debut for Lille II in 2015. Sidibé won the French Cup with Lille II in 2016. Sidibé was part of the France U21 team that won the 2015 European Championship. Sidibé was called up to the France senior team for the 2018 World Cup.

Sidibé is a defender who is known for his speed and strength. Sidibé is expected to be a key player for AEK Athens in the 2018–19 season. Djibril Sidibé is a French international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Lille and the France national team.

Sidibé started his career at hometown club Lille, before joining Monaco in 2016. He made his France debut in November 2016 and has since become a regular fixture in the side. 

Sidibé has been a part of the French side that has won the World Cup in 2018. He is also a regular scorer for the national side, having scored six goals in total.

Sidibé is a creative midfielder with a good eye for a pass. He is also known for his hard work off the ball. Sidibé is likely to continue his career with Lille after they were promoted to Ligue 1 in the 2018–19 season. 

Sidibé was born in the Ivory Coast, but he has represented France at various youth levels. He is eligible to play for the country of his birth or France, and he has made it clear that he wants to represent France in the future.

19. Yann M'Vila

Olympiacos F.C.

Yann M Career

  • 1996–1999: Sains-Saint-Fussien
  • 1999–2004: Amiens
  • 2004: Mantes
  • 2004–2009: Rennes
  • 2007–2012: Rennes B
  • 2009–2013: Rennes
  • 2013–2018: Rubin Kazan
  • 2014–2015: Inter Milan (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Sunderland (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Saint-Étienne
  • 2020: Olympiacos
  • 2009–2012: France U21
  • 2010–2012: France
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023 (UTC)

Yann M'Vila is a French defensive midfielder who currently plays for Olympiacos. M'Vila was born in 1990 in Amiens, France. M'Vila started his career at Sains-Saint-Fussien before moving to Amiens in 1999.

M'Vila made his Ligue 1 debut with Amiens in 2004. M'Vila signed for Rubin Kazan in 2017 and has since been a key player for the club. M'Vila has represented France at youth level. 

He is a midfielder who previously played for Rennes, Rubin Kazan, and Saint-Étienne.

He has represented France at youth level, and has also been called up for the senior team. He is known for his composure on the ball and ability to create chances for his team. 

M'Vila has been linked with a move to Olympiacos in the near future. He is a talisman for his clubs, and is often critical when things go wrong for his teams.

M'Vila is a leader on and off the field, and is a key figure in his teams' successes. 

He is a fan favorite, and is well-loved by his fans. M'Vila is an excellent passer of the ball, and can control a game from midfield. He is a hard worker, and is always looking to improve his game.

Also Played For: stade rennais f.c, sunderland a.f.c

20. Sebastián Palacios

Panathinaikos F.C.

Sebastián Palacios Career

  • 2013–2016: Boca Juniors
  • 2013–2014: Unión (loan)
  • 2014: Sarandí (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Talleres
  • 2017–2019: Pachuca
  • 2017: Talleres (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Independiente
  • 2020: Newell's Old Boys (loan)
  • 2021: Panathinaikos
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023 (UTC) [1]

Sebastián Palacios is a talented and versatile right winger who currently plays for Panathinaikos. Palacios started his career with his hometown club, San Miguel de Tucumán, before moving to Racing Club in his early twenties.

He enjoyed a successful spell with Racing Club, helping the team to win the Argentine Primera División title in 2013. 

Palacios joined Panathinaikos in January 2015 and has since been a key player for the club. He has notably helped Panathinaikos to win the Greek Super League and the Greek Cup.

Palacios has also represented Argentina at Under-20, Under-23, and senior international level. He is currently in his third spell with the national team. 

In the 2018/19 season, Palacios scored eight goals in 33 appearances for Panathinaikos. He has been linked with a move to Europe in the summer transfer window.

Palacios is a hard-working and dedicated player who is always looking to contribute to the team. He is a popular figure with the Panathinaikos supporters. 

Sebastián Palacios is currently in his fourth season with Panathinaikos, and is looking to help the club win another title. He is a key player for the team and is highly rated by many football experts.

21. Lazaros Christodoulopoulos

Greece national football team

Lazaros Christodoulopoulos Career

  • 2000–2005: PAOK
  • 2005–2008: PAOK
  • 2008–2012: Panathinaikos
  • 2012–2014: Bologna
  • 2014–2016: Hellas Verona
  • 2015–2016: Sampdoria (loan)
  • 2016–2018: AEK Athens
  • 2018–2020: Olympiacos
  • 2020–2021: Atromitos
  • 2021–2023: Anorthosis
  • 2023: Aris
  • 2005–2006: Greece U19
  • 2006–2008: Greece U21
  • 2008–2018: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:00, 12 February 2023 (UTC)., ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 January 2019

Lazaros Christodoulopoulos is a 36-year-old attacking midfielder who currently plays for Aris. He has played for PAOK, Olympiacos and Greece. Christodoulopoulos started his career with PAOK, before moving to Olympiacos in 2005.

He played for Greece at under-20 and under-21 level. Christodoulopoulos joined Aris in January 2016. He made his debut for the club in a Greek Cup match against Platanias. Christodoulopoulos has played in both midfield and left winger positions for Aris.

Christodoulopoulos has scored three goals in 32 appearances for Aris. Christodoulopoulos is a versatile player who can play in any of the attacking midfield positions or left winger role. Christodoulopoulos is contracted to Aris until 2020. 

Christodoulopoulos is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the game. Christodoulopoulos is a composed player who always tries to make the right decision on the pitch.

22. Alexis Alexandris

Olympiacos F.C.

Alexis Alexandris Career

  • 1986–1991: Veria
  • 1991–1994: AEK Athens
  • 1994–2003: Olympiacos
  • 2004: AEL
  • 2005: Kallithea
  • 2005–2006: APOP Kinyras
  • 1991–2002: Greece
  • 2005–2006: APOP Kinyras (player-manager)
  • 2008: Kerkyra
  • 2009–2011: Olympiacos U21
  • 2011–2012: Elassona
  • 2012–2013: CS Turnu Severin
  • 2013–2014: Ialysos
  • 2014–2015: Aris Archangelou
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Alexis Alexandris was born on October 21, 1968 in Kiato, Greece. He started his career at Pelopas Kiato and then moved to Anagennisi Kiato. Alexis Alexandris played for AEK Athens from 1991 to 1994.

He then played for Olympiacos from 1994 to 2003. Alexis Alexandris has represented Greece at international level. He has scored 248 goals in 274 appearances. Alexis Alexandris is currently a striker for Olympiakos.

Alexis Alexandris started his career at AEK Athens before moving to Kerkyra in 2008. He then had a successful managerial career with Kerkyra, Olympiacos U21 and Elassona before joining Ialysos in 2014. 

He left Ialysos at the end of the 2015 season to join Aris Archangelou.

Alexis Alexandris has made a total of 474 appearances in the Greek league and 233 appearances in the international arena.

23. Dimitris Salpingidis

Greece national football team

Dimitris Salpingidis Career

  • 1995–1999: PAOK
  • 1999–2006: PAOK
  • 1999–2000: AEL (loan)
  • 2000–2002: Kavala (loan)
  • 2006–2010: Panathinaikos
  • 2010–2015: PAOK
  • 2004–2005: Greece U23
  • 2005–2014: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 24 August 2015, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 24 October 2014

Dimitris Salpingidis is a forward who has played for PAOK, Greece, and Olympiacos. He has represented Greece at the Olympics and the World Cup. Salpingidis is a prolific scorer, having scored over 100 goals in his career.

He is currently playing for Olympiacos. Salpingidis is known for his physicality and strength in the air. He is a controversial player, with some accusing him of diving and simulation. Salpingidis is a hard worker, and is often seen running the length of the pitch.

He is a well-loved player by fans and teammates alike. Salpingidis is one of the most highly-rated forwards in Europe. 

Dimitris Salpingidis started his career at PAOK FC, playing for the club from 1999 to 2006. In 2006, he moved to Panathinaikos and played for them until 2010.

He then signed for PAOK again, and has since played 159 matches and scored 40 goals. Dimitris Salpingidis has also played for the Greek national team, and has made 82 appearances and scored 13 goals. 

He is currently with PAOK in the Greek Super League. Dimitris Salpingidis is an extremely versatile player, able to play both as a winger and as a striker.

He is considered one of the best players in the Greek Super League, and is also a regular for the Greek national team. 

Dimitris Salpingidis is a hard worker, and is always looking to improve his game. He is a popular player with the fans, and is a key member of both PAOK and the Greek national team.

24. Youssef El-Arabi

Olympiacos F.C.

Youssef El-Arabi Career

  • 2001–2002: Caen
  • 2002–2004: SC Hérouville Football
  • 2004–2007: USON Mondeville
  • 2007–2009: Caen
  • 2008–2011: Caen
  • 2011–2012: Al-Hilal
  • 2012–2016: Granada
  • 2016–2019: Al-Duhail
  • 2019: Olympiacos
  • 2010: Morocco
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 March 2021

Youssef El-Arabi is a French striker who currently plays for Olympiacos. El-Arabi started his career with Caen in 2001. El-Arabi made his professional debut in the 2002–03 season.

El-Arabi has played for Olympiacos since 2007. El-Arabi has scored over 100 goals in his career. El-Arabi was named in the French squad for the 2010 World Cup. El-Arabi was also named in the French squad for the 2014 World Cup.

El-Arabi was named in the French squad for the 2016 European Championship. El-Arabi was also named in the French squad for the 2018 World Cup. Youssef El-Arabi is a Moroccan international footballer who has played for clubs in France and Qatar.

El-Arabi signed for French club SC Hérouville in 2002, and subsequently spent two seasons with them. El-Arabi then moved to Qatar club USON Mondeville, where he spent four seasons. 

El-Arabi then moved to Caen, where he spent six seasons. El-Arabi then signed for Spanish club Granada, where he spent three seasons before joining Qatar's Al-Duhail in 2019.

El-Arabi has made 62 appearances for Al-Duhail and scored 76 goals. El-Arabi has also played 46 times for the Morocco national team, scoring 16 goals. 

El-Arabi is a midfielder who typically plays as a deep-lying forward or as a secondary striker. El-Arabi is known for his accurate shooting and dribbling ability.

25. Nikos Liberopoulos

Greece national football team

Nikos Liberopoulos Career

  • 1991–1993: Erani Filiatra
  • 1993–1996: Kalamata
  • 1996–2003: Panathinaikos
  • 2003–2008: AEK Athens
  • 2008–2010: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2010–2012: AEK Athens
  • 1996–1998: Greece U21
  • 1996–2012: Greece
  • 1997: Greece military

Nikos Liberopoulos is a forward and attacking midfielder who has played for Kalamata, Panathinaikos, AEK Athens and Eintracht Frankfurt. 

He has won two Greek championships with Panathinaikos and was a member of the Greece national team which reached the 2004 European Championship.

Liberopoulos started his career with Erani Filiatra before joining Kalamata in 1993. He was part of the team that won the Greek championship in 1996 and was subsequently transferred to Panathinaikos. 

He won two more championships with the club, in 2003 and 2008. Liberopoulos joined AEK Athens in 2008 and helped the team win the Greek cup in 2009.

He left the club in 2010 and joined Eintracht Frankfurt. He made his Bundesliga debut for the club in 2011 and helped them reach the UEFA Europa League final that year. Liberopoulos has played in 192 league games and scored 49 goals. 

He has also represented Greece at international level, winning the 2004 European Championship. Nikos Liberopoulos is currently a free agent and is rumoured to be interested in joining English club Manchester United.

Liberopoulos was born in Filiatra, Greece, in 1975. He has two children, a daughter and a son. Nikos Liberopoulos is a former member of the PanoThinaikos youth academy and is a product of the club's youth system. 

Liberopoulos has a degree in sports science from the University of Piraeus. Nikos Liberopoulos is currently based in Frankfurt, Germany.

26. Sergio Araujo

UD Las Palmas

Sergio Araujo Career

  • 2009–2015: Boca Juniors
  • 2012–2013: Barcelona B (loan)
  • 2013–2014: Tigre (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Las Palmas (loan)
  • 2015–2021: Las Palmas
  • 2017: AEK Athens (loan)
  • 2017–2018: AEK Athens (loan)
  • 2020: AEK Athens (loan)
  • 2021: AEK Athens
  • 2009–2010: Argentina U17
  • 2011–2012: Argentina U20
  • 2011–2012: Argentina U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:30, 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 June 2015

Sergio Araujo is a 31-year-old Argentine forward who currently plays for AEK Athens. Araujo started his career with Boca Juniors, before signing with AEK Athens in 2018.

Araujo has made over 150 appearances for AEK Athens, scoring 28 goals. Araujo was named in the Argentine national team for the first time in 2018, and has since represented his country at multiple tournaments.

Araujo is a strong forward who is capable of scoring goals from anywhere on the pitch. Araujo is a popular player with AEK Athens supporters, and is considered one of the club's most important players. 

Araujo is expected to continue playing for AEK Athens for many years to come.

Sergio Araujo is a forward with great technical ability and an explosive scoring rate. Araujo started his career with Boca Juniors in 2009. 

He joined Barcelona B in 2012 on loan, where he made 34 appearances. He signed with Tigre in 2013 on a loan deal and made 23 appearances. He then signed with Las Palmas on a loan deal in 2014 and made 22 appearances.

He signed with AEK Athens on a loan deal in 2017 and made 15 appearances. He re-signed with AEK Athens on a loan deal in 2017 and made 23 appearances. He signed with AEK Athens on a permanent deal in 2020. 

He made his international debut for Argentina in 2009. Araujo has made 48 appearances for AEK Athens and 17 appearances for Argentina.

27. Demis Nikolaidis

Demis Nikolaidis Career

  • 1992–1993: Ethnikos Alexandroupolis
  • 1993–1996: Apollon Smyrnis
  • 1996–2003: AEK Athens
  • 2003–2004: Atlético Madrid
  • 1995–2004: Greece
  • 1997: Greece military

Demis Nikolaidis is the current 45th president of AEK Athens. He has held this position since 2004. Nikolaidis previously worked for the Athens News Agency.

Nikolaidis is married to Despina Vandi and they have two children. Nikolaidis is a television presenter. He has appeared on various television shows, including Antenna and 24 Hours.

Nikolaidis is a supporter of the left-wing party Syriza. He is also a musician. Nikolaidis is a well-known figure in Greece. Demis Nikolaidis is a former Greek international footballer who played as a striker.

Nikolaidis was born on October 18, 1974, in Alexandroupolis, Greece. He began his career with Ethnikos Alexandroupolis in 1992, and went on to spend three seasons with Apollon Smyrnis. In 1996, he signed with AEK Athens, where he spent the next 18 years.

Nikolaidis helped AEK win the Greek Cup twice, as well as the Superleague title on four occasions. 

He also represented Greece at two UEFA European Championship tournaments, in 1996 and 2004. On July 15, 2004, Nikolaidis announced his retirement from professional football.

He subsequently took up a coaching role with AEK's youth team. Nikolaidis has two sons, Athanasios and Konstantinos, and is married to Vicky.

28. Georgios Georgiadis

Georgios Georgiadis Career

  • 1987–1990: Keravnos Krinidon
  • 1990–1992: Doxa Drama
  • 1992–1998: Panathinaikos
  • 1998–1999: Newcastle United
  • 1999–2003: PAOK
  • 2003–2005: Olympiacos
  • 2005–2007: Iraklis
  • 2007–2008: PAOK
  • 1993–2004: Greece
  • 2009–2010: Greece U19
  • 2010–2012: Greece U21
  • 2012–2013: PAOK (Sporting Director)
  • 2013: PAOK (caretaker)
  • 2013–2014: PAOK (Assistant Manager)
  • 2014: PAOK (caretaker)
  • 2015: PAOK (caretaker)
  • 2015–2016: Veria
  • 2016–2017: Trikala
  • 2017: PAOK Academy (Sporting Director)

Georgios Georgiadis is a former footballer who played as a winger for PAOK, Olympiacos and Iraklis. Georgios Georgiadis was born in Kavala, Greece in 1972.

Georgios Georgiadis started his career with Keravnos Krinidon in the 1987-90 season. Georgios Georgiadis joined Panathinaikos in 1992 and made 176 appearances for the club over the course of six seasons.

Georgios Georgiadis joined Newcastle United in 1999, making 10 appearances for the English side. 

Georgios Georgiadis joined PAOK in 2003 and made 105 appearances for the club over the next six seasons. In 2007, Georgios Georgiadis signed for Iraklis and made 36 appearances for the club over the next two seasons.

Georgios Georgiadis joined PAOK again in 2008 and made 38 appearances for the club over the next three seasons. Georgios Georgiadis retired from professional football in 2011. He currently works as Sporting Director for PAOK Academy.

29. Jens Jønsson

Aarhus Gymnastikforening

Jens Jønsson Career

  • 2005: IF Lyseng
  • 2005–2011: AGF
  • 2011–2016: AGF
  • 2016–2020: Konyaspor
  • 2020–2022: Cádiz
  • 2022: AEK Athens
  • 2009: Denmark U16
  • 2009–2010: Denmark U17
  • 2011–2012: Denmark U19
  • 2012: Denmark U20
  • 2013–2015: Denmark U21
  • 2016: Denmark Olympic
  • 2020: Denmark
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:30, 13 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Jens Jønsson is a Danish footballer who currently plays for AEK Athens. Jens Jønsson started his career at IF Lyseng before moving to AGF in 2011. Jens Jønsson has been a regular in AEK Athens' starting lineup since joining the club in 2016.

Jens Jønsson is a versatile midfielder who can play in either midfield or defense. Jens Jønsson has represented Denmark at various youth levels. 

Jens Jønsson is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game. Jens Jønsson is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for AGF.

Jens Jønsson has made 107 appearances for AGF in the Danish Superliga, and 99 appearances in the Turkish Super Lig. 

Jens Jønsson has also played for Konyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig, and Cádiz in the Spanish La Liga. Jens Jønsson has represented Denmark at youth international level, making 19 appearances for the Denmark U19 side.

Jens Jønsson is a product of the AGF youth academy, and made his professional debut for the club in 2011. Jens Jønsson is contracted to AEK Athens until the end of the 2020 season. 

Jens Jønsson has been called up to the Denmark national team twice, but has yet to make an appearance for the side. Jens Jønsson is a versatile midfielder, who is capable of playing in either the defensive or attacking midfield positions.

Jens Jønsson is a hard-working midfielder, who is always looking to make an impact on the game.

Also Played For: denmark national football team

30. Predrag Đorđević

Olympiacos F.C.

Predrag Đorđević Career

  • 1991–1992: Red Star Belgrade
  • 1991–1992: Spartak Subotica (loan)
  • 1992–1996: Paniliakos
  • 1996–2009: Olympiacos
  • 1998–2006: Serbia and Montenegro
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Predrag Đorđević is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Greek club Olympiacos as a midfielder. Budućnost Resnik, before moving to Red Star Belgrade in 1995.

Serbia in 1995, and has since won over 100 caps. Serbia side that reached the final of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, losing to Brazil. After a spell with Internazionale, Đorđević rejoined Red Star Belgrade in 2009.

Lazio and Olympiacos, winning three Serie A titles with the latter. UEFA's Team of the Year in 2009 and 2013. He was also named in the 2014 FIFA World Cup All-Star Team. November 2017.

31. Krzysztof Warzycha

Krzysztof Warzycha Career

  • 1983–1989: Ruch Chorzów
  • 1989–2004: Panathinaikos
  • 1984–1997: Poland
  • 2012: Egaleo
  • 2012: Fokikos
  • 2013–2014: Kallithea
  • 2014–2015: Fostiras
  • 2017: Ruch Chorzów
  • 2018: Sparta
  • 2020–2021: Enosis Aspropyrgos
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Krzysztof Warzycha was born on 17 November 1964 in Katowice, Poland. Warzycha played for Ruch Chorzów and Panathinaikos during his senior career. Warzycha is considered one of the most successful forwards in Polish football history.

Warzycha was named the Polish Footballer of the Year in 1989 and 2004. Warzycha is the all-time leading goalscorer for Panathinaikos. 

Warzycha was also a part of the Poland national team, playing 164 matches between 1983 and 2004. Warzycha announced his retirement from professional football in 2004.

Warzycha is currently the chairman of Panathinaikos' board of directors. Warzycha was named the Polish Footballer of the Century in 2000. 

Krzysztof Warzycha is a Polish football manager and player who has played for clubs in his country, as well as abroad. He has managed clubs in the Polish league, as well as in Cyprus and Greece.

Warzycha is known for his passionate and committed style of football. He has also played for clubs in his native country, including Legia Warsaw and Besiktas. 

Warzycha has been a part of the Polish national team, and has represented his country at several tournaments, including the 2006 World Cup. Warzycha is currently the manager of Sparta Prague.

32. Alberto Brignoli

Empoli F.C.

Alberto Brignoli Career

  • 2001–2007: Sarnico
  • 2007–2008: Grumellese
  • 2008–2009: Montichiari
  • 2009–2011: Montichiari
  • 2011–2013: Lumezzane
  • 2012–2013: Ternana (loan)
  • 2013–2015: Ternana
  • 2015–2018: Juventus
  • 2015: Ternana (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Sampdoria (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Leganés (loan)
  • 2017: Perugia (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Benevento (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Palermo
  • 2019–2021: Empoli
  • 2021: Panathinaikos
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:00, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Alberto Brignoli is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Panathinaikos in the Greek Super League. Brignoli started his youth career with Sarnico before moving to Grumellese in 2008.

He made his senior debut with Montichiari in 2009. Brignoli joined Panathinaikos in January 2017. Brignoli has appeared in 57 Super League matches for Panathinaikos, scoring four goals.

Brignoli has also represented Italy at U-17, U-18, U-19 and U-21 level. He made his full international debut for Italy in October 2017. Alberto Brignoli is 1.88 metres tall and is a goalkeeper.

Brignoli is a member of the Italy national team and has represented his country at U-17, U-18, U-19 and U-21 level. Alberto Brignoli started his senior career at Montichiari in the Serie B. In the 2011-12 season, he moved to Lumezzane but only made 9 appearances.

In the 2012-13 season, he moved to Ternana on a season-long loan. In the 2013-14 season, he moved to Juventus but only played in reserve matches. 

In the 2015-16 season, he moved to Ternana on a season-long loan. In the 2016-17 season, he moved to Sampdoria on a season-long loan.

In the 2017-18 season, he moved to Leganés on a season-long loan. In the 2018-19 season, he moved to Benevento on a season-long loan. In the 2019-2021 season, he moved to Empoli.

33. Georgios Skartados

Georgios Skartados Career

  • 1978–1982: Rodos
  • 1982–1992: PAOK
  • 1992–1995: Iraklis
  • 1995–1997: Olympiacos
  • 1997–1998: Ialysos
  • 1983–1992: Greece
  • 1984: Greece Olympic
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Georgios Skartados was born in Rhodes, Greece on 7 April 1960. He started playing football at a young age and quickly developed a reputation for being a talented midfielder.

Skartados played for a number of top-flight teams in Greece, including Olympiacos, Panathinaikos, PAOK, and AEK Athens. He was an important player for the Greek national team, winning 54 caps and scoring 10 goals.

Skartados retired from football in 2001, but continues to work as a coach. He is currently the head coach of the Greece national under-21 football team. Skartados is a popular figure in Greece and he is often recognised on the street.

Georgios Skartados is married and has two children. He is a popular figure in the Greek media and he has appeared in a number of TV shows and documentaries.

34. Nikos Karelis

Greece national football team

Nikos Karelis Career

  • 2006–2007: Ergotelis
  • 2007–2012: Ergotelis
  • 2012–2013: Amkar Perm
  • 2013–2016: Panathinaikos
  • 2016–2019: Genk
  • 2018–2019: PAOK (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Brentford
  • 2020–2021: ADO Den Haag
  • 2021–: Panetolikos
  • 2009–2010: Greece U17
  • 2008–2011: Greece U19
  • 2010–2014: Greece U21
  • 2014–2018: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22:45, 18 November 2018 (UTC)

Nikos Karelis is a 30-year-old Greek striker who currently plays for Panetolikos. Karelis began his career with Ergotelis in 2006 and made a name for himself during his time there, scoring over 50 goals in total.

Karelis was called up to the Greece U21 squad in September 2011 and made his senior international debut in a 4-1 loss to Belarus. Karelis is known for his powerful striking abilities and is a regular goalscorer for Panetolikos.

Karelis is a hard-working player who is always looking to create chances for his team. Karelis is a versatile player who can play as a second striker or as a midfielder. Karelis is a Greek international and is likely to be a regular starter for Panetolikos in the future.

Karelis is a cult figure among Panetolikos fans and is highly respected for his work ethic and goalscoring ability. Karelis is a good character guy and is always willing to give his all for his team.

35. Aboubakar Kamara

Fulham F.C.

Aboubakar Kamara Career

  • 2014: Monaco
  • 2013–2015: Monaco B
  • 2014–2015: Monaco
  • 2015–2016: Kortrijk
  • 2016–2017: Amiens
  • 2016–2017: Amiens B
  • 2017–2021: Fulham
  • 2019: Yeni Malatyaspor (loan)
  • 2021: Dijon (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Aris
  • 2022: Olympiacos
  • 2023: Aris (loan)
  • 2021: Mauritania
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:00, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Kamara is a French-born striker who currently plays for Greek side Aris. Kamara started his career with Monaco, making his senior debut in 2014. Kamara has scored 36 goals in 97 appearances for Monaco.

Kamara moved to Fulham in 2017 and made 26 appearances for the Cottagers. Kamara joined Olympiacos on loan in January 2019. 

Kamara is a powerful striker who is known for his goalscoring ability. Kamara is a France international and has been capped at youth level.

Kamara is a quick and powerful striker who is known for his technical ability. Kamara is a highly-rated prospect who is expected to have a long career in football. 

Aboubakar Kamara is a French-born Senegalese footballer who currently plays for Yeni Malatyaspor in the Turkish Süper Lig.

Kamara has represented France at youth level, and has also been called up to the Senegalese national team. Kamara began his career at Monaco, where he made 26 appearances and scored 15 goals in two seasons. 

In July 2014, Kamara moved to Belgian side Kortrijk, where he made 12 appearances and scored zero goals over two seasons.

In January 2016, Kamara signed for French side Amiens. At Amiens, Kamara made 45 appearances and scored 16 goals, helping the club to promotion to Ligue 1 in his first season. In the 2017–18 season, Kamara joined Ligue 1 side Amiens B. 

At Amiens B, Kamara made 1 appearance and scored 0 goals. Kamara joined Fulham in January 2019 on a season-long loan.

In the 2019–20 season, Kamara has made 10 appearances and scored 1 goal for Fulham. Kamara is set to join Yeni Malatyaspor on a season-long loan in 2021. Kamara has represented France at youth level, making six appearances and scoring one goal. 

Kamara was called up to the Senegalese national team for the first time in August 2019, and has since made four appearances and scored one goal.

Kamara is a forward who is known for his speed and explosiveness. He is typically deployed as a central or attacking midfielder, or on the wing. Kamara is a Senegal international, having made 14 appearances and scored seven goals for the national team. 

Kamara is a product of the Monaco youth system. He made his professional debut for Monaco in a Ligue 1 match against Stade Reims on 16 August 2013.

Kamara has been loaned out multiple times in his career. In July 2014, Kamara moved to Belgian side Kortrijk. In January 2016, Kamara moved to French side Amiens. 

In January 2019, Kamara moved to Fulham on a season-long loan. Kamara is a French-born Senegalese footballer who currently plays for Yeni Malatyaspor in the Turkish Süper Lig. Kam

36. Karim Ansarifard

AEK Athens F.C.

Karim Ansarifard Career

  • 2000–2005: Inter Campus
  • 2005–2006: Zob Ahan Ardabil
  • 2006–2007: Saipa
  • 2007–2012: Saipa
  • 2012–2014: Persepolis
  • 2013–2014: Tractor (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Osasuna
  • 2015–2017: Panionios
  • 2017–2018: Olympiacos
  • 2018–2019: Nottingham Forest
  • 2019–2020: Al-Sailiya
  • 2020–2022: AEK Athens
  • 2022: Omonia
  • 2005–2006: Iran U17
  • 2007–2008: Iran U20
  • 2009–2011: Iran U23
  • 2009: Iran
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 November 2022

Karim Ansarifard is a forward for Iranian club Omonia and was part of the Iranian team that competed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Ansarifard started his senior career with Zob Ahan Ardabil in 2006.

He then played for Saipa before joining Omonia in 2017. Ansarifard is known for his speed and goal-scoring ability. He has scored over 30 goals in his career. Ansarifard was part of the Iranian team that won the Asian Cup in 2017.

Ansarifard is a member of the Iranian national team and has played at the 2011, 2013, and 2017 AFC Asian Cup tournaments. 

Ansarifard has represented Iran at the 2010, 2014, and 2018 FIFA World Cups. Ansarifard is a regular for Iran in international tournaments.

He has made over 50 appearances for Iran. Ansarifard is married and has two children. Ansarifard is a popular figure in Iran and has been praised for his goal-scoring ability and speed.

Also Played For: iran national football team

37. Savvas Kofidis

Savvas Kofidis Career

  • 1981–1988: Iraklis
  • 1988–1992: Olympiacos
  • 1992–1997: Aris
  • 1997–1999: Iraklis
  • 1982–1994: Greece
  • 2005–2007: Iraklis
  • 2007: Skoda Xanthi
  • 2009–2010: Iraklis
  • 2012–2013: Anagennisi Giannitsa
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Savvas Kofidis was born on 5 February 1961 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union. Kofidis started playing football at the age of six and later joined the local team Iraklis.

Kofidis made his professional debut in 1981 with Iraklis and went on to play 206 games for the club over the course of a 16-year career. 

Kofidis was a key player for Iraklis during their time in the Greek top-flight and was also capped 27 times by the Soviet Union.

Kofidis retired from football in 1998 and later moved to Australia to take up a coaching role with Malaysian side Selangor. 

Kofidis returned to Greece in 2002 and began coaching at AEK Athens. In 2009, Kofidis took up a role as assistant coach at Olympiacos and was promoted to head coach in 2013.

Kofidis left Olympiacos in November 2015 after just one season in charge and joined PAOK as head coach. Kofidis retired from coaching in January 2019 after failing to guide PAOK to promotion from the Greek second tier.

38. Nikos Nioplias

Nikos Nioplias Career

  • 1981–1982: Neoi Galatinis
  • 1982–1993: OFI Crete
  • 1993–1996: Panathinaikos
  • 1996–2002: OFI Crete
  • 2002–2004: Chalkidona
  • 1988–1995: Greece
  • 2005–2007: Greece U19
  • 2007–2009: Greece U21
  • 2009–2010: Panathinaikos
  • 2011–2013: Cyprus
  • 2015: Atromitos
  • 2016–2017: OFI Crete
  • 2021–2022: OFI Crete
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Nikos Nioplias is a midfielder who has played for several clubs in his career. He started his career with OFI Crete before moving to Panathinaikos in 1993.

Nioplias is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his stamina and ball control. He has played in several European competitions, most notably the Champions League.

Nioplias is a Greece international and has made 97 appearances for his country. He retired from football in 2016 after a lengthy career. Nioplias is married and has two children.

He is a football ambassador for his home country and regularly gives talks and appearances for the youth. Nioplias is a popular figure in his home country and is often recognised on the streets.

Nikos Nioplias started his footballing career at the age of nine with his local side Olympiakos F.C. and would go on to make over 400 appearances for the club before moving to Europe to play for OFI Crete in 1996.

Nioplias was a regular in the OFI Crete side that went on to win the Greek Cup in 1998 and made his international debut for Greece in 1988. He would represent his country at the 1994 and 1998 World Cups and the 2000 European Championship.

Nioplias left OFI Crete in 2002 to join Chalkidona and would make 44 appearances for the club before retiring in 2004. 

He then returned to OFI Crete as a manager in 2005 and led the side to the Greek Cup in 2007. Nioplias moved to Cyprus in 2009 to take over as manager of APOEL Nicosia and led the club to the Cypriot Cup in his first season in charge.

He left APOEL in 2013 to take over at Panathinaikos and led the club to the Greek Cup in his first season in charge. Nioplias was appointed manager of OFI Crete in October 2015 and led the club to the Greek Cup in his first season in charge. 

He left OFI Crete in December 2017 to take over at Atromitos. Nioplias has managed Cyprus, Greece U19, Greece U21 and OFI Crete.

39. Mijat Gaćinović

AEK Athens F.C.

Mijat Gaćinović Career

  • 2013–2015: Vojvodina
  • 2015–2020: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2020–2022: Hoffenheim
  • 2022: Panathinaikos (loan)
  • 2022: AEK Athens
  • 2017: Serbia

Gaćinović is a versatile midfielder who has played for AEK Athens since 2017. Gaćinović began his career with Leotar before moving to Vojvodina. He has made 50 appearances for AEK, scoring 12 goals.

Gaćinović is a member of the Serbia national team. Born and raised in Frankfurt, Germany, Gaćinović started his footballing career at local side Eintracht Frankfurt. After making 117 appearances for Eintracht, he joined Hoffenheim in 2020.

Gaćinović made his international debut for Serbia in 2017. He joined Panathinaikos on loan in 2022 and helped the club win the Greek Cup. 

Gaćinović is set to join AEK Athens permanently in 2022. Mijat Gaćinović is a versatile midfielder, who is capable of playing as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder, or winger.

His strengths lie in his passing and crossing ability. Gaćinović is a hard worker who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. 

Mijat Gaćinović is an important member of the Serbia national team and is expected to play a key role in their future performances.

40. Christos Aravidis

Yverdon Sport FC

Christos Aravidis Career

  • 2002–2004: Akratitos
  • 2004–2006: Akratitos
  • 2006–2009: Panionios
  • 2008–2009: Ethnikos Asteras (loan)
  • 2009–2011: Aris Thessaloniki
  • 2011–2012: Doxa Dramas
  • 2012–2014: Panionios
  • 2014–2017: AEK Athens
  • 2018–2019: OFI
  • 2019: Asteras Tripolis
  • 2019–2020: Yverdon
  • 2020: Lamia
  • 2020–2021: Panachaiki
  • 2021–2022: Levadiakos
  • 2022: Apollon Pontus
  • 2003–2004: Greece U17
  • 2005: Greece U19
  • 2006–2007: Greece U21
  • 2015–2016: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:20, 28 November 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Christos Aravidis is a forward who has played for Panionios and Apollon Pontus in the Greek Super League. Christos Aravidis was born in Athens in 1987 and began his career with Akratitos in the 2002–2004 season.

Christos Aravidis moved to Panionios in 2006 and was part of the team that won the Greek Super League in 2009. Christos Aravidis joined Apollon Pontus in January 2019. Christos Aravidis is 1.77 metres tall and is a member of the Greece national team.

Christos Aravidis is expected to be a key member of Apollon Pontus in the 2019–20 season. Christos Aravidis is a Greek professional footballer who plays for Asteras Tripolis in the Greek Football League. 

Christos Aravidis started his career at Ethnikos Asteras, before joining Aris Thessaloniki in 2009.

After two seasons at Aris, Aravidis joined Doxa Dramas in 2011. Aravidis spent two seasons at Doxa Dramas, before joining Panionios in 2014. 

Aravidis spent three seasons at Panionios, before joining AEK Athens in 2017. Aravidis left AEK Athens in 2018, and joined OFI in the same year. Aravidis spent one season at OFI, before joining Asteras Tripolis in 2019.

Aravidis has made 76 appearances and 29 goals for AEK Athens, Panionios, and OFI, respectively. Christos Aravidis is a Greek international, having made five appearances and scored one goal for the Greece national team.

41. Dmytro Chyhrynskyi

AEK Athens F.C.

Dmytro Chyhrynskyi Career

  • 2000–2002: UFK Lviv
  • 2002–2009: Shakhtar Donetsk
  • 2005–2006: Metalurh Zaporizhzhia (loan)
  • 2009–2010: Barcelona
  • 2010–2015: Shakhtar Donetsk
  • 2015–2016: Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk
  • 2016–2021: AEK Athens
  • 2021: Ionikos
  • 2002: Ukraine U16
  • 2002–2003: Ukraine U17
  • 2003–2004: Ukraine U18
  • 2004: Ukraine U19
  • 2003–2006: Ukraine U21
  • 2007–2011: Ukraine

Dmytro Chyhrynskyi is a Ukrainian professional footballer who currently plays for Greek club Ionikos. Chyhrynskyi enjoyed a successful youth career with Shakhtar Donetsk, before joining Barcelona in 2009.

He made a total of 83 appearances for Shakhtar Donetsk, before joining Metalurh Zaporizhzhia on loan in 2006. Chyhrynskyi made his senior debut for Shakhtar Donetsk in 2002, and played for the club until 2009.

He then joined Barcelona in 2009, where he played a total of 12 games. Chyhrynskyi moved to Ionikos in 2018. Chyhrynskyi is a central defender by trade, and is known for his accurate long-range shots. 

He has represented Ukraine at international level, and won a bronze medal at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2006.

Chyhrynskyi is a product of the Shakhtar Donetsk youth system, and has been nicknamed the 'Dynamo'.

Also Played For: ukraine soccer

42. Andraž Šporar

NK Olimpija Ljubljana

Andraž Šporar Career

  • 2000–2005: Olimpija
  • 2005–2009: MNK Ljubljana
  • 2009–2011: Interblock
  • 2011–2012: Interblock
  • 2012–2015: Olimpija Ljubljana
  • 2016–2018: Basel
  • 2017–2018: Arminia Bielefeld (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Slovan Bratislava
  • 2020–2022: Sporting CP
  • 2021: Braga (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Middlesbrough (loan)
  • 2022: Panathinaikos
  • 2012: Slovenia U19
  • 2012: Slovenia U20
  • 2013–2016: Slovenia U21
  • 2016: Slovenia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20 November 2022

Panathinaikos. Interblock. Slovenia at youth level. 4. Šporar is 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) tall and has played as a forward. Slovenia international and has made one appearance for the senior team.

Panathinaikos since joining them in 2017. Panathinaikos and is expected to play a key role in their future success. 8. Šporar is a promising young forward with a bright future ahead of him. 9.

Šporar is a talented and exciting player who is likely to continue improving over the next few years. Andraž Šporar is a Slovenian international footballer who plays for Basel and the Slovenia national team.

Interblock in 2011, before signing with Olimpija Ljubljana the following year. In 2016, Šporar moved to Basel, where he has since been a regular starter. Slovenia at U21 level before making his senior debut in 2016.

Braga, Middlesbrough, and Panathinaikos in his career. Basel until 2020. 7. Šporar is a hard-working midfielder with excellent passing skills. 

He is considered one of the best young midfielders in Europe. Basel team, and is expected to help the club win titles in the future.

Also Played For: slovenia national football team

43. Petros Mantalos

AEK Athens F.C.

Petros Mantalos Career

  • 2006–2009: Skoda Xanthi
  • 2009–2014: Skoda Xanthi
  • 2014: AEK Athens
  • 2009–2010: Greece U19
  • 2011–2012: Greece U21
  • 2014: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:30, 20 November 2022 (UTC).

Petros Mantalos is a midfielder who currently plays for AEK Athens in the Greek Super League. Mantalos began his career with Panionios and made his senior debut in 2009.

He joined AEK Athens in 2017 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Mantalos has represented Greece at youth level and was a part of the side that reached the semi-finals of the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2009.

Mantalos is a hard-working midfielder with good passing skills. He is likely to be a key player for AEK Athens in the coming seasons. 

Mantalos is a versatile player who can fill in at both central and midfield positions. Mantalos is a good team player who is always willing to put in a shift for his team.

Mantalos is likely to continue playing for AEK Athens for many years to come.

44. Rafa Soares

Vitória S.C.

Rafa Soares Career

  • 2003–2005: Alpendorada
  • 2005–2014: Porto
  • 2013–2018: Porto B
  • 2016: Académica (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Rio Ave (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Fulham (loan)
  • 2018: Portimonense
  • 2018–2022: Vitória Guimarães
  • 2020–2021: Eibar (loan)
  • 2022: PAOK
  • 2010–2011: Portugal U16
  • 2011–2012: Portugal U17
  • 2012: Portugal U18
  • 2012–2014: Portugal U19
  • 2014: Portugal U20
  • 2014–2016: Portugal U21

Rafa Soares is a Portuguese left-back who has played for Porto and PAOK in the Portuguese top flight. Soares made his senior debut in 2016 and has since played for Académica on loan.

He has been capped at youth level by Portugal. Soares is a quick, attacking defender who is known for his crossing ability. He is a regular starter for Porto and is seen as a key player for the club.

Soares is a versatile defender who can also play left midfield. He has been tipped as a future Portugal international. 

Soares is a hard-working defender who is known for his composure on the ball. He is a solid defender who is known for his tackling and passing ability.

Rafa Soares is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for Premier League club Fulham and the Portugal national team. 

Soares began his career at hometown club Benfica, but was loaned out to Portimonense in 2017. At Portimonense, Soares helped the club avoid relegation, and he made his debut in the Premier League with Fulham in 2018.

Soares has represented Portugal at youth level, including at the UEFA European Under-19 Championship runner-up in 2014. 

Soares was called up to the senior team for the first time in 2018, and he made his debut in a friendly against Spain. Soares is a hardworking midfielder who is known for his passing ability and long range shots. Soares is under contract with Fulham until 2022.

Soares is a leading contender for the Portuguese player of the year award, which will be announced in December 2018. Soares is a versatile midfielder who can play in any midfield position.

45. Giannis Angelopoulos

Olympiacos F.C.

Giannis Angelopoulos Career

  • 2008–2017: Olympiacos
  • 2017–2018: Olympiacos
  • 2018–2019: Pafos
  • 2020–2022: Levadiakos
  • 2023: Levadiakos
  • 2018: Greece U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 May 2019, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 January 2018

Giannis Angelopoulos is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Levadiakos. Giannis Angelopoulos first came to prominence with his performances for the Levadiakos youth team, where he helped the team to win the Greek Youth Cup in 2017.

Giannis Angelopoulos has also been capped at youth level for the Greece national team. Giannis Angelopoulos is expected to make his senior debut for Levadiakos in the coming season. Giannis Angelopoulos is a talented goalkeeper with a bright future ahead of him.

He is expected to become a key player for Levadiakos in the coming years. Giannis Angelopoulos is a hard-working goalkeeper who is always looking to improve his game. 

Giannis Angelopoulos is a talented goalkeeper who is expected to make a significant impact for Levadiakos in the coming years.

46. Kostas Fortounis

Olympiacos F.C.

Kostas Fortounis Career

  • 2003–2008: Trikala
  • 2008–2010: Trikala
  • 2010–2011: Asteras Tripolis
  • 2011–2014: 1. FC Kaiserslautern
  • 2014: Olympiacos
  • 2022: Olympiacos B
  • 2010–2011: Greece U19
  • 2011–2015: Greece U21
  • 2012: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19:41, 31 March 2021 (UTC).

Kostas Fortounis is a Greek attacking midfielder who has played for Olympiacos and the Greece national team. Fortounis started his career at hometown club Trikala, before moving to Olympiacos in 2012.

He has been a key player for Olympiacos this season, scoring six goals in all competitions. Fortounis has been a regular for the Greece national team, making his debut in 2012. He is expected to be a key player for Greece at the 2014 World Cup.

Fortounis is a hard-working player who is able to score goals from midfield or from the wing. He is considered to be one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe. Kostas Fortounis is a Greek professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Olympiacos.

Fortounis started his career at Trikala, before moving to Asteras Tripolis in 2010. He spent two seasons at 1. FC Kaiserslautern, before joining Olympiacos in 2014. 

Fortounis has represented Greece at U19 and U21 level, as well as appearing for the national team.

He has made 188 appearances for Olympiacos, scoring 68 goals. Fortounis has won three Greek titles, two Greek Cups and one Greek Super Cup. 

He is also a two-time Greek Footballer of the Year. Fortounis is expected to leave Olympiacos at the end of the 2020–21 season.

He made his international debut in 2010 and has since played 54 times, scoring nine goals.

47. Yuri Lodygin

Russia national football team

Yuri Lodygin Career

  • 2008–2009: Skoda Xanthi
  • 2009–2013: Skoda Xanthi
  • 2010–2011: Eordaikos (loan)
  • 2013–2019: Zenit Saint Petersburg
  • 2019: Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Gaziantep
  • 2020: Arsenal Tula
  • 2021–2022: PAS Giannina
  • 2022: Panathinaikos
  • 2010–2012: Greece U21
  • 2013–2016: Russia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 June 2016

Yuri Lodygin is a goalkeeper for Panathinaikos. Lodygin made his debut for the club in 2008 and has since played over 150 games for the club. 

Lodygin is considered one of the best goalkeepers in Greece and has been a part of the team that has won the Greek Super League twice.

Lodygin has also been a part of the Russian National Team and has played at the 2014 World Cup and the 2018 World Cup. Lodygin is married and has two children.

Lodygin is a devout Christian and has spoken about the importance of faith in his life. Yuri Lodygin is one of the most popular goalkeepers in Greece and is highly respected by his peers and fans.

Lodygin is a popular figure in the Greek community in Russia and is often seen out and about in his home city of Vladimir. Yuri Lodygin is a goalkeeper that is constantly in the headlines for his impressive performances for Panathinaikos.

48. Georgios Tzavellas

AEK Athens F.C.

Georgios Tzavellas Career

  • 1992–2006: Doxa Vyronas
  • 2006–2008: Kerkyra
  • 2008–2010: Panionios
  • 2010–2012: Eintracht Frankfurt
  • 2012–2013: Monaco
  • 2013–2017: PAOK
  • 2017–2021: Alanyaspor
  • 2021: AEK Athens
  • 2010: Greece
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:30, 28 December 2022 (UTC)., ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Georgios Tzavellas is a Greek footballer who currently plays for AEK Athens. Tzavellas started his career at Olympiacos and was part of their youth team that won the UEFA Youth League in 2006.

He joined AEK Athens in January 2010 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Tzavellas has represented Greece at international level and has won two caps. He is known for his strong defensive performances and is a regular starter for AEK Athens.

Tzavellas is a former Greece U21 international. Tzavellas is married and has two children. Georgios Tzavellas is a graduate of the Athens School of Economics and Business Administration. 

Georgios Tzavellas is a member of the Hellenic Football Federation. Georgios Tzavellas is a Greek professional footballer who plays as a defender for Panionios.

Tzavellas has played for a number of clubs in his career, most notably Panionios and Monaco. Tzavellas has made 78 appearances for PAOK and scored five goals. 

Tzavellas has also played for Greece, making 48 appearances and scoring three goals. Tzavellas is currently playing for AEK Athens.

49. Jerónimo Barrales

Asteras Tripolis F.C.

Jerónimo Barrales Career

  • 1999–2006: Banfield
  • 2006–2011: Banfield
  • 2009–2010: Recreativo (loan)
  • 2011: Santiago Wanderers (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Unión Santa Fe
  • 2012–2013: Huracán
  • 2013–2015: Asteras Tripolis
  • 2015–2017: Sivasspor
  • 2016: Huracán (loan)
  • 2017: Johor Darul Ta'zim (loan)
  • 2017: Johor Darul Ta'zim II (loan)
  • 2018: Gimnasia LP
  • 2018–2019: Lamia
  • 2019: Asteras Tripolis
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:00, 13 February 2023 (UTC)

Jerónimo Barrales is an Argentine football forward who currently plays for Asteras Tripolis. Barrales started his career at Banfield before moving to Asteras Tripolis in 2016.

He has made over 100 appearances in his career, scoring 17 times. Barrales is a key player for Asteras Tripolis, who are in the Greek Superleague. He has represented Argentina at under-20 and under-23 level.

Barrales is a fast and powerful forward, who is known for his clinical finishing. He is a fans' favourite at Asteras Tripolis, and is highly rated by his team-mates. Barrales is a hard-working player, who is always looking to create chances for his team.

He is a natural goalscorer, and is known for his powerful shots. Jerónimo Barrales is a central defender who currently plays for Chilean club Recreativo. 

Barrales made his professional debut with Santiago Wanderers in 2011 and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for the club.

He joined Unión Santa Fe in 2012 and enjoyed a successful spell with the club, winning 27 trophies during his two years there. In January of 2013, Barrales joined Argentinian side Huracán. 

He spent two seasons with the club before moving to Asteras Tripolis in 2015. He spent two seasons with Asteras before joining Sivasspor in 2016.

He spent a season with Sivasspor before joining Huracán in 2017. Barrales spent one season with Huracán before joining Johor Darul Ta'zim in 2018. He has since joined Lamia. 

Barrales has made over 100 appearances for Asteras Tripolis, Huracán, and Johor Darul Ta'zim. He is currently playing for Lamia.

50. Ilias Anastasakos

Atromitos F.C.

Ilias Anastasakos Career

  • 1990–: Pangythiakos
  • Leonidas Lykovrisis
  • 1995: AO Dafniou
  • 1995–2002: AEK Athens
  • 1997–1998: Aris Petroupolis (loan)
  • 1999–2000:  Apollon Athens (loan)
  • 2000–2001: Kalamata (loan)
  • 2002: Athinaikos (loan)
  • 2002–2004: Apollon Athens
  • 2004–2006: Asteras Tripolis
  • 2007–2008: Thrasyvoulos
  • 2008–2009: PAOK
  • 2009–2012: Atromitos
  • 2012–2013: Platanias
  • 2013–2014: Ergotelis
  • 2014: AEL
  • 2015–2017: Sparta
  • 2017–2018: AE Pellanas
  • 2019–2020: Aris Skalas
  • 2020–2022: Iraklis Karyas
  • 2022: Olympiacos Assou
  • 1996: Greece U19
  • 2017–2018: AE Pellanas (player-manager)
  • 2018–2019: AE Pellanas
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20 August 2022

Ilias Anastasakos is a Greek striker who currently plays for Olympiacos Assou. Ilias Anastasakos began his career at Pangythiakos before moving to AEK Athens in 1995.

Ilias Anastasakos spent two seasons with AEK Athens before joining Aris Petroupolis on a loan in 1998. Ilias Anastasakos spent two seasons with Apollon Athens before joining Kalamata on a loan in 2000.

Ilias Anastasakos signed for Olympiacos Assou in 2002 and has since become a regular starter for the club. 

Ilias Anastasakos has scored 58 goals in 158 appearances for Olympiacos Assou. Ilias Anastasakos is a Greece international and has made 11 appearances for his country.

Ilias Anastasakos is a versatile forward who is capable of playing either as a striker or on the wing. Ilias Anastasakos is a key member of Olympiacos Assou and is expected to continue playing for the club for a long time to come.

51. Kostas Mitroglou

Aris F.C.

Kostas Mitroglou Career

  • 1994–2001: TuS Preussen Vluyn
  • 2001–2003: SV Neukirchen
  • 2003–2005: MSV Duisburg
  • 2005–2006: Borussia Mönchengladbach
  • 2006–2007: Borussia Mönchengladbach II
  • 2007–2014: Olympiacos
  • 2011: Panionios (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Atromitos (loan)
  • 2014–2016: Fulham
  • 2014–2015: Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Benfica (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Benfica
  • 2017–2021: Marseille
  • 2019: Galatasaray (loan)
  • 2019–2020: PSV (loan)
  • 2021–2022: Aris
  • 2023: SpVgg Rheurdt-Schaephuysen
  • 2005–2007: Greece U19
  • 2007–2010: Greece U21
  • 2009–2019: Greece

Kostas Mitroglou is a Greek professional footballer who plays as a striker for German club SpVgg Rheurdt-Schaephuysen. Mitroglou started his career at TuS Preussen Vluyn before joining SV Neukirchen and Borussia Mönchengladbach.

After four seasons with Gladbach, Mitroglou joined Olympiacos in 2014. He has since made 41 appearances for the club. 

Mitroglou is a prolific goalscorer, having scored 41 goals in 92 appearances for Olympiacos. Mitroglou has represented Greece at international level, and played in the 2006 and 2012 European Championships.

In March 2017, Mitroglou was called up to the Greece national team for a World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. Mitroglou has two children. 

Mitroglou is a devout Christian. Mitroglou is a member of the Greek national team, and has represented his country at both the 2006 and 2012 European Championships.

Final Words

Super League Greece is the top tier of football in Greece. It was founded in 2006 and is currently contested by 18 teams.

The best players of all time in the Super League Greece are: Giorgos Karagounis, Angelos Charisteas, Kostas Mitroglou, Konstantinos Mitroglou, Vasilis Torosidis, Antonio Nocerino, Dimitris Salpingidis, Alejandro Dominguez, Konstantinos Mitroglou and Giorgos Samaras.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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