Levadeiakos Confirm Appointment of Ilias Haralambous
The Greek football club Levadeiakos officially announced the appointment of Cypriot coach Ilias Haralambous as their new head coach. He replaces Nikos Papadopoulos, who left the position. The announcement was made on June 23, 2026, marking a new era for the team based in Livadeia, Boeotia.
Haralambous, now 45 years old, is no stranger to the world of football. He was a former player for PAOK in Greece and has built a reputation as a successful coach, especially during his time with Steaua Bucharest in Romania. During his three-year tenure with the Romanian giants, Haralambous led the team to win two Romanian League titles (2024 and 2025) and two Romanian Super Cups. His success earned him the title of Best Romanian Coach for two consecutive years (2024 and 2025).
Outstanding Record at Steaua Bucharest
Throughout his career at Steaua Bucharest, Haralambous coached 170 matches with a record of 88 wins, 41 draws, and 41 losses. Although he was dismissed in March 2026, his achievements remain impressive. He is known as a coach capable of building competitive and disciplined teams.
Previous Experience
Before making his name in Romania, Haralambous started his coaching career as an interim coach at AEK Larnaca in 2017. He later worked as an assistant coach at Al-Hatta in the United Arab Emirates, before taking over as head coach at Ethnikos Achna and Doxa Katokopia in Cyprus. This experience gave him exposure to various styles of football and different environments.
New Challenges at Levadeiakos
Levadeiakos, currently competing in the Greek Super League, hopes that Haralambous can have a positive impact similar to what he achieved in Romania. The team is in the process of rebuilding and requires strong leadership to compete at the highest level. Fans hope that Haralambous' experience and success will help the club achieve stability and success.
Reactions and Expectations
So far, there has been no official statement from Haralambous regarding his appointment. However, local reports state that both parties have reached an agreement, and the contract will be signed shortly. Levadeiakos fans are looking forward to further developments, especially during the ongoing transfer window.
With this appointment, Haralambous becomes the third Cypriot coach to manage a team in the Greek Super League, following several other names who have made history. His success in Romania proves that he has the qualities to compete at a high level. Now, it's time for him to prove his capabilities in Greece.
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*Original source: [24sports.com.cy](https://www.24sports.com.cy/gr/sports/podosfairo/ellada/soyper-ligk/analambanei-ton-lebadeiako-o-ilias-xaralampoys)*