Greek Soccer Semi Turns Ugly
A Greek soccer semi-final game was marred by smog caused by hundreds of flares and fish thrown on the loser’s bench.
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Greece’s World Cup 5 Best Players
With few famous players, Greece will rely heavily on a handful of team members who had a decisive role in qualifying for the World Cup.
Olympiakos Knocks Off Panathinaikos
A last-second three-pointer from captain Vassilis Spanoulis gave Olympiakos a thrilling 68-65 win over archrival Panathinaikos.
Coach Santos Drives Greek Soccer
Fernando Santos has lived up to his reputation in Greece since taking over as coach of the national football team.
Greek Soccer Overcomes Country’s Crisis
With Greece in an economic crisis, the national soccer team is doing its best to prepare for the World Cup in Brazil.
Panathinaikos, Olympiakos Win
Panathiniakos won its 23d straight game in the Greek basketball league, beating PAOK 82-71, while Olympiakos beat KAO Dramas, 83-71.
Olympiakos in Euroleague Eight
The two-time defending Euroleague basketball champions Olympiakos joined Greek rival Panathinaikos in making this year’s final eight.
Panathinaikos Wins Euroleague Berth
Panathinaikos’ hoopsters beat Unicaja Malaga 69-60 to assure itself of a making the playoffs of the Euroleague basketball tourney.
Gym Championship Fund Cut Victim
With the budget for athletics cut in half, the Hellenic Gymnastics Federation has canceled the upcoming national championships.
Olympic Committee Protests Funding Cut
Angered by deep cuts in the amateur athletic program, the Hellenic Olympic Committee (HOC) said it plans to suspend operations for two days this month in protest.
