The great personality and value of Mimi Domazos, who died today aged 83spreading pan-Hellenic sadness, the political world of the country is exceptional.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis sent his condolences to the family of football legend Mimi Domazou.

“Together with Greek football and the fans of all the teams, I also say goodbye to the “general” Mimi Domazos. The footballer who, starting from the fields of Ampelokipi, was destined to be deified at Wembley and recorded in sports history as one of the greatest of all time.

His reach went beyond the fan’s entrenchments, honoring the shirts with the shamrock and the national crest. While and after his stint on the courts, he remained there, inspiring young athletes. Mimis Domazos was a symbol of intelligence, competitiveness and ethics in football. And it will stay that way forever.

My sincere condolences to his wife and daughters”says the prime minister in his post.

Nikitas Kaklamanis

“From today, Greek football and the sports of our country are poorer. “Strategos”, the legendary Mimis Domazos, is no longer among us”, emphasizes the speaker of the Parliament, Nikitas Kaklamanis.

“He deserves every honor, to one of the greatest athletes that Greece and Athens have produced. Because Mimis Domazos was a sporting value commonly accepted regardless of fan preferences.

“I bid him farewell as his friend and express my deepest condolences to his family and to the Panathinaikos extended family.”

Socrates Famous

“It is with sadness that we say goodbye to one of the top footballers in the history of Greek football. The “Strategist” of Panathinaikos, Mimis Domazos, gave the Greek sports fans unforgettable moments, both with the blue and white jersey, and with the clubs he played for” notes the president of SYRIZA-PS Sokratis Famellos.

“His imprint will remain indelible. He honored Greek sports and will be an example for the next generations of athletes. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.” says the president of SYRIZA in his post on X.

Nikos Androulakis

“He was the only “general” who was awarded the galleons by the people themselves, the Greek sports fans. Mimis Domazos is no longer with us. The legendary captain of Panathinaikos, who honored the jersey with the national emblem, belongs from today to the pantheon of the greats of Greek football. My sincere condolences to his family, loved ones and his forever club.” notes the president of PASOK-KINAL, Nikos Androulakis, in his post on X.

Dimitris Koutsoubas

“We say goodbye to Mimi Domazos, the “Strategic” of the Greek stadiums, as he was called for his leadership qualities and footballing talent. From the fields of Ampelokipi, to Panathinaikos and the National Team, Mimis Domazos wrote his own unique history in football, when it was played “for a suit and an orange tree” as he said” says the head of the Central Committee of the KKE, Dimitris Koutsoubas, in his condolence message.

“We will also remember him for the touching moments we experienced together, two years ago, at the KKE tribute concert to Stavros Xarhakos, where he performed. Our condolences to his family and loved ones”adds Mr. Koutsoumpas.

Harry Doukas

The mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, expressed his regret for the loss of Mimi Domazos on his personal Facebook account. In particular, Mr. Duke wrote in his post:

“The ‘General’ is no longer with us. We say goodbye to Mimi Domazos, a legend of Greek football, an athlete who graced the stadiums with his presence for 20 years. A record number of appearances in the First National team, a record number of titles for a Greek footballer, captain of Panathinaikos for 15 years, captain in the Champions Cup final in 1971 and twice nominated for the Ballon d’Or, are just a few of the many achievements of Mimi Domazos, a footballer who offered countless moments of joy and football magic to fans. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.”