Shock in Greek soccer—Takis Gkoniadis has died

Deep mourning swept through Greek soccer following the news of the death of Takis Gkonia, who passed away on Wednesday morning (June 24) at the age of 54, following a serious health issue.

Takis Gkonia’s career on the field

Takis Gkonia began his soccer career with Levadiakos, where he played for five years before transferring to Olympiacos, with whom he had two stints (1993–1997 and 2003–2004). During his career, he also played for Iraklis during two separate stints (1997–1998 and 2002–2003), and also played for Sporting Gijón, Paniliakos, Panionios, Messina, and Crotone, where he ended his soccer career.

From the Bench to His Legacy

After retiring from active play, he turned to coaching, taking the helm at Glyfada, Episkopi, Athens Kallithea, Ergotelis, Wadi Degla, and Pyramids. He actually worked with the Egyptian team during two separate stints, from June to September 2021 and from April 2022 to January 2023, which marked the final stop in his coaching career.

Levadiakos FC expressed its deep sorrow over his loss, bidding farewell to the veteran soccer player with an official announcement.

Levadiakos’s statement

Levadiakos FC expresses its deepest sorrow over the loss of Takis Gkounias.

Takis Gkounias served Greek sports with integrity, character, and passion for soccer, leaving his own unique mark through his remarkable career on Greek and European fields.

The sorrow is even greater for the Levadiakos family, as he took his first steps in soccer with our team, proudly wearing the club’s jersey for five years.

His memory will live on through his career and his contributions to the sport, but above all through his loved ones.

The Levadiakos family extends its sincere condolences to his loved ones and wishes them strength and courage during these difficult times.

Farewell, Takis.