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Giorgos Vardiniannis, former Panathinaikos president, dies at 90

Shipping magnate Giorgos Vardiniannis, widely known as ‘Kapetanios’, has passed away at the age of 90 following a brief hospitalization.

Vardiniannis was a prominent figure in Greek football, most notably serving as the owner and president of Panathinaikos FC for over 20 years. During his tenure, the club experienced one of its most successful eras, winning six league championships, nine Greek Cups, and three Super Cups. He also led the team to two significant European campaigns, reaching the semi-finals of the European Cup in the 1984-1985 season and the UEFA Champions League in the 1995-1996 season.

Following his death, singer Nino, the former son-in-law of Vardiniannis, shared a tribute on social media to honor his former father-in-law, noting the enduring respect between them despite their previous separation.

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