Monaco Unveils Spanoulis as New Coach, Set to Debut Against Panathinaikos

In a bold move, AS Monaco Basketball announced the appointment of Greek basketball legend Vassilis Spanoulis as their new head coach.

Spanoulis, who brings a wealth of experience both as a former player and recently as a coach, is set to take charge immediately, with his first challenge being a high-stakes Euroleague match against Panathinaikos at OAKA this Friday.

The move comes after Monaco parted ways with their previous coach, Sasha Obradovic. Spanoulis’s signing marks a significant step for the team, as they look to leverage his expertise and leadership. The quick agreement between Spanoulis and Monaco follows several days of negotiations, underscoring the team's confidence in his ability to guide them through a competitive season.

This appointment adds to Spanoulis's growing coaching portfolio, following his successful roles at Peristeri and with the Greek National Team—a position he will continue to hold until 2025, as per his existing contract.

Fans of Monaco and basketball enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly anticipating Spanoulis's strategic acumen and how his playing experience will translate into leadership on the sidelines. His debut against Panathinaikos, one of the Euroleague's formidable teams, promises to be a thrilling encounter.