Greeks in the war: The stories of George Tsouroupakis, my grandfather
My grandfather was seven when the Nazi and Fascist armies occupied Greece, which has affected his and our family’s lives ever since.
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East York soccer community ‘excited’ over 2026 World Cup bid
East York Soccer Club consultant and former president of the Ontario Youth Soccer League Bert Lobo was just 13 years old when he witnessed England win the 1966 World Cup.
Greek football rivalries kick into high gear in Toronto’s Greektown
Zissis Katsoulis is a diehard soccer fan. He had no choice. “When I was at home … I could hear when they scored,” he said. Back in Greece, Katsoulis grew up near the Panathinaikos stadium. “When we would go to the games, you could feel it.” Now living in Canada, Katsoulis follows his favourite time in the Panathinaikos fan club location at Pape and Floyd, in East York. “This … is the heart of Panathinaikos in Toronto,” he said, “17 years we’ve been in this place.”
Hopes for Greece stirred by election
It’s been a new era since Monday for some residents in Toronto’s Greektown, who are anticipating a better future for their families back in Greece.
Scarborough-based rescue foundation breaks down borders
There are about 120,000 stray dogs in Greece right now. And some may find a home in Canada, thanks to a Scarborough organization.
Danforth parade marks Greek Independence
Angela Boulougouris left Greece 50 years ago, but the Greek Independence parade on the Danforth still fills her with pride.
South Korea advances to the second round; draws Nigeria 2-2
Lee Jung-Soo and Park Chu-Young each scored as South Korea was able to draw Nigeria 2-2 at the 2010 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday and advanced to the round of 16 because of an Argentine victory over Greece.
Greece gets first ever World Cup win over Nigeria
Greece has finally won a match at the World Cup. Appearing in just their second ever World Cup, Greece has finally found a way to win as they defeated a shorthanded Nigeria 2-1 at Free…
Argentina’s attack too much for Nigeria in 1-0 victory
Lionel Messi didn’t score in his team’s 1-0 victory over Nigeria on Saturday, but Barcelona’s star forward put on an impressive display of skill, showing why he could be the most dominant player of the tournament.
South Korea shuts out Greece in Group B action
The first win of the World Cup went to a tenacious South Korean team who defeated Greece 2-0 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Saturday morning.