Popular sports teams in Greece

[xmelissaa]

I thought I'd do some research about some of the most popular teams in Greece. Soccer seems to be the most popular, and there is also a strong basketball fanbase. Did I miss anything? Should I add or subtract anything?

1. Olympiacos F.C - This is the biggest football club in Greece; their fans are known as “The Greece’s Red Army.” Olympiacos F.C has won the Greek Super League more times than any other team since its establishment.

2. Panathinaikos B.C - Founded in 1919, Panathinaikos B.C has won the most Greek Basket League championships, propelling it to be among the most popular sports teams in Greece.

3. AEK Athens F.C - AEK has one of the biggest and most passionate fan bases in Greece. The team has won three Greek cups and one Greek Super League trophy.

4. PAOK F.C - PAOK is the third-luckiest team in Greece. PAOK has fans all over Greece, indicating that they could be the next big football club following Olympiacos and AEK in terms of popularity.

5. Olympiacos B.C - Olympiacos B.C has won nine Greek Basketball League trophies, representing the team’s dominance in basketball. Its fans are dubbed ‘Red Angels' and are one of the most loyal fan bases in Greece.

6. Xanthi FC - Located in a small city in Thrace, Xanthi FC is the neighborhood's pride and joy. Although they’ve never won a domestic trophy, the team has captured the hearts of many people in the region.

7. Aris Thessaloniki F.C - Founded in 1914, Aris has a rich history. The club has won two Greek Cypriot championships, particularly in 1946 and 1979.

8. AEK Athens B.C - AEK Athens Basketball Club was the first-ever Greek club to reach the semifinals of a European competition. The team has dominated in domestic competitions, with eight Greek cup and three Greek Basket League titles.

9. A.C. PAOK - PAOK’s volleyball team is just as successful as its football team. The team has won 13 Greek Volleyball League championships, making it one of the most successful volleyball teams in Greece.

10. Olympiacos Piraeus BC - Olympiacos Piraeus BC is the second success story in Greek basketball, with nine Greek Basket League championships. Its fans are among the most rabid and passionate in the country.

 

[ellinasgolfer0320]

Nice list. Sporting events in Greece are not family events, so if anyone decides to go then leave your kids at home. Become familiar with the major rivalries such as Panathinaikos and Olympiakos because these games become very violent, and you don't want to be caught up in the violence. Do not wear any Greek sports clothing anywhere unless you know where you are or it's the Greek national team. I'm not trying to scare anyone, but these rivalries are serious and you don't wear the rivals colors in neighborhoods that don't support them or you can almost be guaranteed to experience something.

Γαμώ τον ολυμπιακό! Παναθηναϊκός για μια ζωή! 13!

 

[k_tsoukalas]

Nice list. Sporting events in Greece are not family events, so if anyone decides to go then leave your kids at home. Become familiar with the major rivalries such as Panathinaikos and Olympiakos because these games become very violent, and you don't want to be caught up in the violence. Do not wear any Greek sports clothing anywhere unless you know where you are or it's the Greek national team. I'm not trying to scare anyone, but these rivalries are serious and you don't wear the rivals colors in neighborhoods that don't support them or you can almost be guaranteed to experience something.

Γαμώ τον ολυμπιακό! Παναθηναϊκός για μια ζωή! 13!

I didn't realize they weren't family outings! That's good to know. I guess it makes sense though because this might be typical of football culture throughout the world?