Xenofon Markopoulos


Xenofon Markopoulos, also known as "Xenos" in short, was a Greek footballer who played as a forward.

Club career

In the aftermath of the Asia Minor Disaster and after his family’s relocation to Kalogreza in 1922, Markopoulos began his football journey with Pamvyzantinos Kalogreza. In 1938, he made a significant move to join AEK Athens. On 3 July 1949, he participated in the Greek Cup final at Leoforos Alexandras Stadium, where AEK achieved victory over Panathinaikos, securing the coveted title. Over the course of his career, he gained recognition as a proficient authority in the skill of heading the ball into the net. Throughout his time at AEK Athens, he won 2 consecutive Panhellenic Championships, 3 Cups and 4 Athens FCA Championships, including the first domestic double achieved by a Greek club in 1939.
In 1952, Markopoulos joined Eleftheroupoli, where he played until 1955, when he ended his football career.

International career

Markopoulos played in five games with Greece and scored two goals, between 1948 and 1949. His debut took place on 23 April 1948 in Greece's first post-war match, a home friendly against Turkey.

Personal life

Markopoulos had a son named Thodoris, who also followed the career of a footballer.

Honours

AEK Athens
Individual