Tag: Greek national team

A strong run ends just short of the final, but Greece keeps medal hopes alive at the 2026 Men's European Water Polo Championship in Belgrade.

Greece’s men’s water polo team fell 12-15 to Hungary in the semifinal of the 2026 European Water Polo Championships in Belgrade on January 23, ending their unbeaten run but keeping medal hopes alive. The Greeks built an early lead with strong attacking play in the first two quarters, but Hungary mounted a decisive comeback from the third period to secure victory and a spot in Sunday’s final against Serbia.

Greece Water Polo Unbeaten Streak: Men's Team Reaches Semifinals at 2026 European Championship

The Greek men’s national water polo team continues its dream run at the 2026 European Water Polo Championship in Belgrade, advancing to the semifinals as the tournament’s sole unbeaten side! With a commanding 18-9 victory over Romania on January 21, Thodoris Vlachos’ squad completed the group stage with 6 wins from 6 matches – a feat no other team has achieved. Highlights include dominant performances from Kostas Kakaris and the defense, setting up a blockbuster semifinal clash against Hungary on Friday, January 23 at 18:00 (Greek time). This historic streak positions Greece to chase their first-ever European gold medal in the men’s competition. Full highlights and player reactions inside!

Nick Kyrgios Pays Tribute to Giannis Antetokounmpo with Greek National Basketball Jersey on Court

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios proudly embraces his Greek roots by wearing the Greek national basketball team’s No. 34 jersey—a tribute to NBA icon Giannis Antetokounmpo—as he prepares for his highly anticipated comeback at the Brisbane International starting January 4, 2026.

George Baldock’s Legacy Lives On Through £4 Million Estate for His Baby Son

Newly released probate documents reveal that late footballer George Baldock, who tragically drowned in Athens at the age of 31, left a £4 million estate to his baby son. The former Sheffield United and Greece international defender died in October 2024 at his home in Glyfada, a suburb of Athens. His fiancée, Annabel Dignam, will manage the estate on behalf of their son Brody until he reaches adulthood, according to court papers.

Greek National Basketball Team Departs for Cyprus Ahead of Eurobasket

The Greek national basketball team, the “Galanolefki,” departed for Cyprus on Tuesday, ready to compete in Eurobasket’s final phase. Led by coach Vassilis Spanoulis, the squad, including stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kostas Sloukas, traveled to Limassol. Sloukas emphasized consistency, saying, “Training, heads down, and belief—that’s the key.” Greece faces a tough group with Spain, Italy, and others, as they aim for glory.

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