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Aris FC bids emotional farewell to legendary goalkeeper Giorgos Gantinas
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Aris FC bids emotional farewell to legendary goalkeeper Giorgos Gantinas

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Aris FC held an emotional farewell for its legendary goalkeeper Giorgos Gantinas, who passed away at the age of 82.
  • Gantinas's coffin was placed at his beloved stadium, the Kleanthis Vikelidis, in front of goal number 3, where team members and fans paid their respects.
  • Gantinas was an iconic figure for Aris, particularly in the 1960s and 70s, and was part of the team that won the Greek Cup in 1970.

The Kleanthis Vikelidis stadium was filled with emotion this morning as Aris FC bid a final farewell to its legendary goalkeeper, Giorgos Gantinas. The iconic player passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a significant legacy at the club.

Before the funeral service, Gantinas's coffin was brought to his cherished stadium. It was placed at goal number 3, a spot deeply connected to his playing career. There, current and former club figures, along with many fans, gathered to pay their respects and say their final goodbyes to the beloved goalkeeper.

Gantinas was one of Aris's most emblematic figures, especially during the 1960s and 1970s. He was a key member of the squad that achieved a historic victory, winning the Greek Cup in 1970. Throughout his life, Gantinas consistently expressed his deep love for the club, a sentiment reciprocated by the Aris community.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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