Greece captain Tasos Bakasetas has criticized sections of the Greek media for their handling of George Baldock's tragic death, calling it disrespectful. Despite questioning the decision to play, Greece secured a shock 2-1 victory over England, dedicating the win to Baldock and his family.
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England and Greece paid an emotional tribute to George Baldock, the former Sheffield United and Panathinaikos defender, who tragically passed away at 31. Ahead of their UEFA Nations League match at Wembley, players observed a minute's silence, with the Greek team holding up a shirt bearing Baldock's name in a heartfelt tribute to his memory.