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EURO history makers: 2004 - Theodoros Zagorakis

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Greece captain Theodoros Zagorakis was 2004 Player of the Tournament thanks to his stubborn performances in front of the defence. He looks back.

EURO history makers: 2004 - Theodoros Zagorakis
EURO history makers: 2004 - Theodoros Zagorakis ©Getty Images
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