The remarkable story of P.A.O. Kalogreza — a football club that rose from the refugee neighborhoods of Nea Ionia to reach Greece’s second division — is brought to life through the powerful research of journalist Kostas Chalemos.
Chalemos, author of the book “P.A.O. Kalogreza – The Street Kids: The Story of the Team ‘Executed’ by the Junta,” is featured on the show “Time in Greece”, in conversation with Nikolas Angelidis.
Together they revisit the legacy of this historic team and the players who brought pride to Kalogreza — names like Vangelis Panakis, and earlier, Kleantis Maropoulos, among many others.
We hear stories about the “Bobek of Kalogreza,” about the team that played thrilling football and stirred up excitement across the country.
This is more than just a sports chronicle — it’s a journey through dignity, community spirit, and the passion for the game.
Ladies and gentlemen… this is the football (and broader) history of bloodstained Kalogreza.