Greek Basketball Federation President Liolios Detained

Greek Basketball Federation President Vangelis Liolios has been detained as part of an investigation into allegations of match-fixing and illegal betting in top-flight games.

Athens Prosecutor Apostolis Grammenos reached findings supporting these allegations in a three-month inquiry. Grammenos concluded that there was a risk of flight and requested that Liolios be taken into custody.

Those against whom detention orders have been issued face charges of match-fixing, illegal betting and bribery. The detained individuals are expected to give statements tomorrow.

Coach Ergin Ataman, who frequently complained about referees during his time at Panathinaikos, also shared the news about the development on his social media account. Ataman's post brought the controversies in Greek basketball back onto the agenda.