Athens Kallithea Appoints Kalaidzidis as Coach, Signs Manias for Playouts

Athens Kallithea will enter the Super League 2 Group B playouts with a new coach and a strengthened attack.

Dimitris Kalaidzidis takes over as head coach, replacing Sokratis Ofrydopoulos. The 69-year-old coach returns to the bench after leaving Panachaiki before even making his debut.

The team has also strengthened its attack with the signing of 35-year-old striker Michalis Manias from Apollon Kalythion. Manias has extensive experience in Super League and Super League 2, as well as playing for clubs abroad.

Athens Kallithea announced: "Athens Kallithea FC announces the acquisition of striker Michalis Manias until the end of the 2025/26 season."