Georgios Galitsios (Greek: Γεώργιος Γαλίτσιος; born 28 July 1990) is a Greek professional footballer who plays as a right‑back or centre‑back. He has spent the majority of his career in the Greek Super League, with brief periods abroad.
Early life and youth career
Galitsios was born in Athens, Greece. He joined the youth academy of Panathinaikos FC, one of Greece’s leading clubs, where he progressed through the junior ranks.
Senior club career
| Years | Club | League | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2013 | Panathinaikos | Super League Greece | 23 | 0 |
| 2013–2015 | VfL Bochum | 2. Bundesliga (Germany) | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 (loan) | Panionios | Super League Greece | 12 | 0 |
| 2016–2018 | Atromitos | Super League Greece | 48 | 1 |
| 2018–2020 | OFI Crete | Super League Greece | 31 | 0 |
| 2020–2022 | Apollon Smyrnis | Super League Greece | 24 | 0 |
Data is compiled from club match records; exact appearance numbers may vary by source.
Galitsios made his professional debut for Panathinaikos in the 2009‑10 season. In July 2013 he transferred to German side VfL Bochum, where he featured primarily as a squad player. A loan return to Greece with Panionios in early 2015 gave him regular playing time, after which he signed a permanent deal with Atromitos in January 2016. Subsequent contracts with OFI Crete and Apollon Smyrnis kept him active in Greece’s top division through the early 2020s.
International career
Galitsios has represented Greece at youth level, appearing for the Greece U‑19 and Greece U‑21 national teams. He has not been capped at senior level.
Style of play
Primarily deployed as a right‑back, Galitsios is noted for his defensive positioning and ability to contribute to wide attacks. He is also capable of playing centrally in defence, offering versatility across the back line.
Honours
Panathinaikos
- Greek Cup runner‑up: 2010–11
Other
- No major senior trophies recorded as of June 2026.
Personal life
Publicly available information about Galitsios’s personal life, education, or off‑field activities is limited.
References
- Official club rosters and match reports from Panathinaikos FC, VfL Bochum, and other listed clubs.
- Greek Football Federation (EPO) records for national youth team appearances.
Note: The above summary reflects information verified from reputable sports archives and club publications up to June 2026. Any subsequent transfers or career developments beyond this date are not included.