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AEK Athens F.C., based in Nea Filadelfeia, plays in the Super League Greece and was established on 13 April 1924, a club born of refugees from Constantinople and known internationally as AEK. Walkouts lists authenticated shirts from eras when the club rose to national prominence, and the narrative of the club is inseparable from its roots as Athlitiki Enosis Konstantinoupoleos.

The club is among Greece’s most decorated, having won 32 national titles across league and cup competitions, including 13 Greek Championships and 16 Greek Cups, plus a League Cup and two Super Cups. European campaigns are a defining part of its story, notably reaching the UEFA Cup semi-final 1976-77, a milestone that still drives interest in match-used shirts from that era.

AEK’s continental record also includes the first quarter-final appearance by a Greek side in the European Cup in 1968-69, qualification to the 1994-95 UEFA Champions League group stage, and back-to-back UEFA Cup Winners' Cup quarter-finals in 1996-97 and 1997-98. References to the Hellenic Football Federation and the club’s original Greek name appear often in provenance notes, which matters to collectors tracing a shirt’s lineage.

Collector demand often centres on anniversary releases and commemorative editions. The club’s major milestones have spawned sought-after editions, for example the 50th Anniversary 1974 commemoratives are chased for their link to the postwar identity rebuild. Fans prize both match-worn and retail items from anniversary runs, and documented early runs or player-issue variants are especially desirable because they are easier to tie to a date or fixture.

Away shirts form a distinct collecting niche. AEK’s darker change kits, notably the black away shirt variants, are often associated with memorable cup ties and away victories in European competitions, making those colourways a magnet for collectors. Signed retail shirts from fanshops are collected as well as match-issued pieces, with emphasis on early-production fanshop runs, player-issue differences and region-specific releases that can be proven in photographs or inventory records.

Provenance matters and many listings note authentication, a feature collectors demand; items paired with a COA or clear photographic evidence command attention. When assessing provenance for display, look to shirts linked to the 1976-77 UEFA Cup semi-final run and the 1994-95 Champions League group stage, two seasons that often appear together in collector catalogues and exhibition narratives. Free worldwide shipping is offered on selected pieces, and Walkouts presents framed, signed and limited-edition AEK shirts with clear provenance for viewing or purchase.

Honours

AEK Athens F.C. hold a distinguished domestic record with 32 national titles, a tally that reflects remarkable longevity and consistency. Their major honours include 13 Greek Championships and 16 Greek Cups, complemented by a League Cup and two Super Cups, underlining their ability to perform across multiple national competitions. On the continental stage, AEK have delivered landmark moments for Greek football. They became the first Greek team to reach the European Cup quarter-finals in 1968-69 and later advanced to the UEFA Cup semi-finals in 1976-77, a benchmark no other Greek club has matched. The club twice reached the quarter-finals of the Cup Winners' Cup in 1996-97 and 1997-98. Further emphasising their pioneering role, AEK were the first Greek side to qualify for the group stage of the UEFA Champions League in 1994-95. Collectively, these achievements illustrate a club with deep domestic pedigree and a history of breaking new ground in Europe.

Legends & Leadership

Thomas Mavros, Kostas Nestoridis, Mimis Papaioannou embodied the club’s tradition of attacking flair and are each remembered as a legend player of their prime decades, with Mavros in the 1970s, Nestoridis in the 1950s and Papaioannou in the 1960s, setting standards that shaped the team’s identity.

Stelios Manolas, Savevski Toni reinforced the spine of AEK through different eras, with Manolas recognised as a legend player of the 1980s and Savevski celebrated as a legend player of the 1990s, their leadership and reliability resonating strongly with supporters.

Demis Nikolaidis, Traianos Dellas carried the story forward as recent key players, with Nikolaidis influential in the early 2000s and Dellas notable in the mid-2000s, maintaining AEK’s competitive edge while connecting new generations to the club’s historic standards.

Stadium

The home of AEK Athens is the modern Agia Sophia Stadium in Nea Filadelfeia, a venue designed to serve as a vibrant focal point for supporters on matchdays. Set within the club’s historic neighbourhood, it provides an evocative setting where fans gather early, creating a lively pre-match build-up that carries into a charged atmosphere once the teams emerge. The ground’s compact footprint enhances crowd noise, helping forge a strong bond between players and supporters. Local rivalries and derby occasions heighten the intensity, with the stadium’s acoustics amplifying every chant and celebration. As the anchor for league and cup fixtures, Agia Sophia Stadium reflects both tradition and ambition, offering a home that aligns with AEK’s domestic pedigree and their pursuit of European nights, while giving visiting teams a memorable and challenging stage.

FAQ

Q: Where is AEK Athens F.C. based? A: The club is based in Nea Filadelfeia, Attica, Greece, and competes in the national top tier.

Q: When was AEK Athens founded? A: The club was established on 13 April 1924 by Greek refugees from Constantinople.

Q: What are AEK Athens F.C.'s main honours? A: AEK have won 32 national titles overall, including 13 Greek Championships, 16 Greek Cups, 1 League Cup and 2 Super Cups.

Q: What are AEK's standout European achievements? A: AEK were the first Greek side to reach the European Cup quarter-finals in 1968-69, the only Greek team to make the UEFA Cup semi-finals in 1976-77, twice reached the Cup Winners' Cup quarter-finals in 1996-97 and 1997-98, and were Greece's first club to qualify for the UEFA Champions League group stage in 1994-95.

Q: Do items come authenticated and can you ship internationally? A: Yes, items can include a certificate of authenticity, and we offer Free worldwide shipping.