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What are your favorite Greek soccer teams?

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Who are you guys repping? I'm a Panathinaikos fan myself, but just because my friend's family (who is Greek) is! They'd be so mad if I supported another team ahaha
 
Although, I am a much bigger Red Sox fan (yes, some Greeks like baseball too!), but for Greek soccer, I would vote for Olympiacos! :)
 
nickstamoulis said:
Although, I am a much bigger Red Sox fan (yes, some Greeks like baseball too!), but for Greek soccer, I would vote for Olympiacos! :)
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Ela re... Sou aresei Ο Olympiakos;;; Na paroume to "administrator" apo sena (plaka kanw)

I don't have a particular team I support, but my wife makes sure I support Panathinaikos whenever they play.
 
ellinasgolfer0320 said:
Ela re... Sou aresei Ο Olympiakos;;; Na paroume to "administrator" apo sena (plaka kanw)

I don't have a particular team I support, but my wife makes sure I support Panathinaikos whenever they play.
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LOL!! Hahah! :)
 
I'm curious what draws people to their clubs. Besides Panathinaikos and Olympiacos, are there any under‑dog teams you love for their history or vibe?
 
=I usually unwind by watching other leagues after work. When I want live action I tune into LaLiga en vivo, which offers real‑time scores and stats and keeps my football buzz alive.
 
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