Nikos Anastopoulos

Nikos Anastopoulos

Nikos Anastopoulos was born on January 22nd, 1958

Full Name: Nikolaos Anastopoulos
Place of Birth: Athens, Greece
Nationality: Greek
Height: 1.83 m
Occupation: Footballer, manager
Position: Forward
Caps: 75 appearances for Greece
Managerial Career: Started in 1999

Greek footballer and manager who played for Olympiacos and the national team, and later coached several clubs, including Olympiacos and AEK Athens.

Timeline
1955
Birth of Nikos Anastopoulos
Nikos Anastopoulos, Greek footballer and manager, was born on January 22, 1955.
1976
Began Professional Career
Anastopoulos began his professional football career with Olympiacos F.C. in 1976.
1980
Won Greek Championship
Anastopoulos won the Greek Championship with Olympiacos F.C. in 1980.
1993
Retired from Football
Anastopoulos retired from professional football in 1993.
2001
Became Manager of Olympiacos
Anastopoulos became the manager of Olympiacos F.C. in 2001.
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FAQ
What was Nikos Anastopoulos most notable achievement in football?
Nikos Anastopoulos is the all-time leading scorer for the Greece national football team, with 29 goals in 74 appearances.
What club did Nikos Anastopoulos play for?
Nikos Anastopoulos played for Olympiacos F.C. and later managed the team, winning several domestic titles and reaching the quarterfinals of the European Cup.
How did Nikos Anastopoulos football career begin?
Nikos Anastopoulos started his football career in the 1970s, playing for smaller clubs before joining Olympiacos F.C. and eventually the Greece national team.
What awards and recognition did Nikos Anastopoulos receive for his career?
Nikos Anastopoulos was inducted into the Greek Football Hall of Fame and received the Golden Cross of the Order of Honour for his contributions to Greek football.
Is Nikos Anastopoulos still involved in football?
After retiring as a player and manager, Nikos Anastopoulos has remained involved in Greek football, serving as a pundit and ambassador for the sport.

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