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Wikipedia - Panegialios F.C.
Panegialios (Greek: Παναιγιάλειος Γ.Σ. (Panegialios Gymnastics Club, referring to Aigialeia, a subprefecture covering the northeastern part of Achaea) is a football club based in Aigio, Greece. Panegialios has a long tradition in Greek football championships and has several appearances in the Greek Super League (former A' Ethniki), 2nd Division and 3rd Division. Additionally the team has reached twice the semi-finals of the Greek Cup competition. Panegialios is one of the most successful and popular teams in Achaea and Peloponnese.
History
The club was founded on 25 February 1927 in Aigio by local selected community members. The man who inspired the idea of the formation of a football club in Aigio was Zisimos Livas. Livas, a well-known architect, together with Nick Gardeniotis, C. Sakellaropoulos, Ir. Anastasopoulos, K. Eliopoulos, K. Liritzis, Chr. Papandianos, etc. have established Panegialios G.S. It is worth to mention that the effort for the formation of a football club in Aigio had begun from Livas in 1924. Until 1927 Livas and the other co-founders have raised money in order to establish the club. Finally in February 1927 they submitted the statute foundation of the club to the local judicial authorities.
Nicknames
Panegialios nickname since the late-1950s was Mavri Thiella (Black Storm). Also his players called Pasades tou Aigiou because they were very well paid for that era.
Greek cup
Panegialios has a big tradition in Greek Cup and twice reached the semi-finals, in 1959 and 1981. Both times they lost the qualification in the final from Olympiacos. Additionally the club has reached the quarter-finals twice.
Panegialios has competed in various tiers of Greek football, showcasing a commitment to developing local talent and fostering a strong community spirit. The team's home matches are held at the Stadio Panegialios, where fans gather to create an electrifying atmosphere, cheering on their players with unwavering loyalty.
Over the years, Panegialios has built a reputation for its competitive spirit and resilience on the pitch. The club emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic, which are reflected in their playing style. With a focus on nurturing young players and integrating them into the first team, Panegialios aims to not only achieve success on the field but also to contribute positively to the local community.
As they continue to strive for excellence in Greek football, Panegialios remains a symbol of pride for Aigio and its supporters, embodying the passion and love for the beautiful game that resonates throughout Greece.