The Hellenic Football Federation expressed its sorrow over the death of Giorgos Vardinoyannis, recognizing his significant career and contributions to both Greek soccer and Greek society.
In its statement, the HFF highlights as his greatest legacy “Captain” the sports complex he built to serve the needs of Panathinaikos, which, following its acquisition by the Federation, has become a landmark for Greek soccer.
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“The Hellenic Football Federation (EPO) expresses its sorrow over the death of Giorgos Vardinoyannis, a man with a distinguished career and significant contributions to Greek soccer and Greek society.
Giorgos Vardinoyannis succeeded in bringing innovative ideas to the world of soccer that were ahead of their time. The most significant of these was the sports complex he envisioned and built to meet the needs of Panathinaikos, which, since its acquisition by the Federation, has become the greatest asset for Greek national soccer and bears his name.
EPO President Makis Gagatsis, the members of the Executive Committee, and Executive Secretary Domna Tsioni extend their sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Giorgos Vardinoyannis, who left behind a life’s work that will continue to hold a special place in the history of Greek soccer.”
*photo source: GREECE NATIONAL TEAM
