Anthimos Kapsis facts for kids
Kapsis in 1971
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| Personal information | |||
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| Date of birth | 3 September 1950 | ||
| Place of birth | Astypalaia, Greece | ||
| Height | 1.85 m | ||
| Playing position | Libero | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1969–1984 | Panathinaikos | 319 | (5) |
| National team | |||
| 1971–1982 | Greece | 35 | (0) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1992–1993 | PAS Giannina | ||
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Anthimos Kapsis (born September 3, 1950) is a famous Greek former football player. He was known for playing as a libero, which is a defensive position.
A Football Legend
Anthimos Kapsis was born on the island of Astypalaia in Greece. When he was young, his family moved to Keratsini. He became a key player for Panathinaikos F.C..
Playing for Panathinaikos
Kapsis played for Panathinaikos from 1969 to 1984. He was part of the team that reached the 1971 European Cup Final. This big game was played at Wembley Stadium in London, England.
During his time with Panathinaikos, he helped the team win many titles:
- Five Greek championships (1969, 1970, 1972, 1977, 1984)
- Four Greek Cups (1969, 1977, 1982, 1984)
- One Balkans Cup (1977)
Playing for Greece
Anthimos Kapsis also played for the Greece national football team. He played 36 games for his country. He was part of the Greek team that competed in Euro 1980. This was a major European football tournament. He was also chosen to play in a special all-European team. This team played against a South American team in a charity match.
Family Life
Anthimos Kapsis has a son named Michalis Kapsis. Michalis was born in 1973 and also became a professional football player. He followed in his father's footsteps. Michalis was part of the Greek team that won the Euro 2004 tournament. This was a huge achievement for Greek football!
See also
- List of one-club men in association football
