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Giannakopoulos Delivers Fiery Speech to Panathinaikos Team

Published January 3, 2026, 16:14
Giannakopoulos Delivers Fiery Speech to Panathinaikos Team

Dimitris Giannakopoulos addressed the Panathinaikos players and coaching staff following the defeat against Olympiacos, delivering strong criticism regarding a lack of professionalism, zeal, and dedication. He emphasized that the players have received significant salary increases and therefore, he expects much more from them. He demanded greater respect for the club's jersey and history, and for everyone to become a team. Giannakopoulos stated that he and his family are deeply affected by the team's results, and that he requires the players to understand the importance of victory for the thousands of Panathinaikos fans. Despite his criticism, he reiterated his confidence in coach Ergin Ataman.