Ahmed 1,427 Posted December 26, 2008 Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Before I start, Regards to "up gunners" for mentioning him in his thread young talents and "insider" did also mention him in another thread. I realised that he is making the headlines in Greece and deserved a personal thread for him. Vassilios Koutsianikoulis is a 20 year-old Greek footballer, currently playing for Greek Super League team Ergotelis FC. The 1.72m winger can play on either sides of the field using both feet effectively. Vasilios Koutsianikoulis He has played with the Greek Under-19 team and was a member of the squad that, on July 27, 2007, played in the final of the European Cup in Linz, Austria, where they lost 1-0 to Spain winning 2nd place. The 20 year-old has barely established himself as a starter with his club Ergotelis, with home he stole headlines as he inspired his side to a stunning 3-2 win away at Panathinaikos last month, scoring two-goals and providing an assist at the OAKA Spiros Louis Stadium. The Greek media waited for his performances in that match to confirm that he is a talent they can put their hopes on. He made no mistake by registering his name as an up-coming Greek architect. Koutsianikoulis has been compared to Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi and is on the wanted list of major clubs in Greece. Although he is taller than the Argentine by only 3cm and has a similar hair style; it can be a form of exaggeration to compare him to Messi. Yet his playing style and appearance have drawn some comparisons. His raw pace alone has been his main weapon but he also possesses skillful feet that have dazzled not only the fans but also Greek national Team coach Otto Rehhagel. His strength has helped him to evade tackles or nudges from opponents who set eyes on him in every game. The next move was the surprise inclusion in Otto Rehhagel’s 20-man Greece squad to face Italy but he did not feature. Last season, he made 12 appearances(most sub appearances) for the club who finished 13th-narrowly escaping relegation by 1 point. They now sit at 9th place, with Vasilios Koutsianikoulis starting 9 games and scoring 2 goals. A few videos I found: Summary: League(2007/08)- 12 appearances League(2008/09)- 9 starts, 3 sub and 2 goals. Greek National Team call-up. He is on the DB with a rating of 75. Enjoy:) #rooneyisyummy# 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
up gunners 459 Posted December 26, 2008 Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Yep really good player. Snap him up now! Good report. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
#rooneyisyummy# 2,431 Posted December 26, 2008 Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? what is his predicted rating ?????? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ahmed 1,427 Posted December 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? what is his predicted rating ?????? If he keeps on playing this way, he should end up in middle 80's (82-85) when the season comes to an end. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
darshan j. 1,162 Posted December 26, 2008 Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Brilliant as usual Ahmed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flarefear 174 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Nice find!! I just snapped him up! Do you think he will move to a bigger club soon??? Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Toqee OBE 10 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? I bidded for him and awaiting reply thanks for the info Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Adonis 414 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Where was the private e-mail alerting me of him ahmed jokes getting him now Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hhh010rvd 10 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? His first rise will probably be low 80s... I watch the Greek League and this guy is the closest it gets to Lionel Messi. He is predicted to move in January window to Olympiacos. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ahmed 1,427 Posted December 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Where was the private e-mail alerting me of him ahmed jokes getting him now Thanks Adoboy. lol... well, some forumers complained from that method so I stopped:cool: But it seems you've subscribed to it- now a paper boy:D Adonis 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Adonis 414 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Thanks Adoboy.lol... well' date=' some forumers complained from that method so I stopped:cool: But it seems you've subscribed to it- now a paper boy:D[/quote'] You'v broken my heart *sniff* Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aaron_Dhandli 555 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? another great find. well hopefully he can get to 90 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aaron_Dhandli 555 Posted December 27, 2008 Report Share Posted December 27, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? hes been taken in most gc's by teams. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meis 126 Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? another great find. well hopefully he can get to 90 that will be some years until that day... and only if he's really that good tho... im not sure if im still playing this game in the next few years... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ahmed 1,427 Posted April 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? His moment of judgment arrived today. Vasilios Koutsianikoulis is now rated 83 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TiMo99 10 Posted April 27, 2009 Report Share Posted April 27, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Is he likely to raise much more than 83? highest rating in Ergotelis squad is 84. Any rumors of a move 2 a bigger club? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flarefear 174 Posted April 30, 2009 Report Share Posted April 30, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Is he moving to Olypiacos in the summer since if this is the case than he could get to 91 at the maximum there Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ahmed 1,427 Posted May 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? PAOK F.C. who finished second in the Greek League last season have completed the signing of Vasilios Koutsianikoulis. He's surely going to play in Europe(Champions League possibly!!!) next season:) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aaron_Dhandli 555 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? PAOK F.C. who finished second in the Greek League last season have completed the signing of Vasilios Koutsianikoulis. He's surely going to play in Europe(Champions League possibly!!!) next season:) nice hope he does get to play. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
semilio 10 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Re: Vasilios Koutsianikoulis - The Greek Messi ? Really wanted to see him go abroad, Hamburg were interested in him as well as clubs from England and Italy. Hopefully he can get some Euro games under his belt and move abroad in a year or 2. Greek players never seem to be able to move abroad at young ages,id like to see it more as the talent is there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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