Author: George Georgakopoulos
PAOK and Panathinaikos played to a goalless draw in the Super League, while Olympiakos also settled for a draw against Panetolikos. The weekend saw exciting matches with twists and turns. PAOK missed several opportunities in their match against Panathinaikos, but the latter held on to secure a point. Olympiakos couldn’t break through Panetolikos’ defense and shared points in a goalless draw. The standout game was OFI’s 3-1 victory over Aris, while Panserraikos drew 2-2 with Levadiakos. Lamia and Kallithea had a goalless draw, and Atromitos defeated Asteras Aktor 2-1. Currently, Olympiakos and PAOK lead the league with 10 points each,…
[Intime] Greece secured a commanding 2-0 victory against Ireland in Dublin during the UEFA Nations League, showcasing a strong performance on the field. The Greek team displayed a composed and dominant style of play, particularly in defense and midfield, which resulted in limited opportunities for the Irish team. Goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos had a relatively quiet game, with only one disallowed goal due to offside. Fotis Ioannidis scored the first goal just four minutes into the second half, followed by a spectacular solo effort from Christos Tzolis near the end of the game. The victory solidified Greece’s perfect record in the…
Exciting news for the Greek economy as Morningstar DBRS upgraded its outlook from Stable to Positive, keeping the credit rating at BBB (low). This Canada-based rating agency, influential in determining a country’s overall rating, cited expectations of improved banking system fundamentals. The sector is anticipated to maintain good profitability, reduce nonperforming loans, and decrease deferred tax credits. The Greek government’s decision to sell stakes in systemic banks has also lessened the strong nexus with the government. Furthermore, the agency predicts a significant reduction in public debt-to-GDP, falling below 140% by 2027. Structural reforms and EU investments are projected to raise…
Despite a valiant effort, Greece fell short in a thrilling match against Spain at the Olympic basketball tournament. The Greek team played catch-up throughout the game, with Spain taking the lead early on and maintaining control until the final whistle. Despite a promising start by Greece, Spain’s zone defense proved to be a challenge, allowing them to build a significant lead by half-time. The Greek team struggled to break through the Spanish defense, relying heavily on three-point shots that were not quite hitting the mark. Although Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered an impressive performance with 27 points, the rest of the team…
The Greek men’s basketball team made a triumphant return to the Olympics after 16 years by securing their spot in the upcoming games. In a thrilling final at the Olympic Qualification Tournament in Piraeus, Greece defeated Croatia with a score of 80-69 at the Peace and Friendship Stadium, captivating the 12,000 fans present. Despite Croatia’s efforts to contain Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece found success with Giorgos Papagiannis stepping up to deliver crucial points. With solid defense and leadership from Nick Calathes, Greece secured their place in the Olympics with Giannis scoring 23 points, Papagiannis contributing 19, and Calathes adding 14 points…