Greek legends of Euro 2004 reunite under the Acropolis

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The players who led the national team and Greek football to the greatest success in its history at the 2004 Euro Cup reunited under the Acropolis in Athens, Greece this week.

It was July 4, 2004 when the Greek team with the goal of Angelos Charisteas defeated Portugal and accomplished a football miracle by rising to the top of Europe.

Euro 2004 legends

This week marked 19 years since Greece conquered Euro 2004 and to celebrate, members of the Greek football team dined together with a view of the Acropolis in Athens.

The Greek legends uploaded a photo of their meeting to social media, and the trophy is featured in a prominent position.

Source: newsbomb.

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