The Latest Breaking News from Athens

First direct flights between North East and Athens launched from Newcastle Airport

The region's Greek community have welcomed the flights which provide a link to the capital Athens and onward travel to several Greek islands

Chronicle Live · Jun 19, 2023

TV tonight: Chris McCausland and Harry Hill enjoy a very funny holiday together

They explore the wonders of Athens. Plus: the inconvenient truths about antidepressants. Here’s what to watch his evening

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2023

Stephen Kenny addresses speculation over his Ireland future in wake of Athens fall-out

Stephen Kenny was fielding questions about his future as Ireland manager during the press conference ahead of Monday night's clash with Gibraltar.

Irish Mirror · Jun 18, 2023

Greece v Ireland: Shapeless, raggedy and with more holes than any of Athens' iconic structures

Ireland's performance in Greece on Friday night was as poor as any in recent times - and was summed up by the awful defending for the hosts' winner.

Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Stephen Kenny back in firing line as Ireland's Euro 2024 qualification hopes all but end in Athens

The Boys in Green were left digesting a sinking feeling that has become all too familiar to a team incapable of producing a consistent streak

Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Watch Greece vs Ireland descend into madness as Matt Doherty sent off amid ugly stoppage time scenes

Tempers flared as Ireland fell to a damaging defeat in Athens that stunted their Euro qualification hopes.

Daily Record · Jun 16, 2023

Thousands of Irish fans 'locked' outside stadium prior to Greece clash in Athens

It is understood that one of the gates into the stadium in Athens was not functioning, leaving a large number of supporters stuck outside

Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Athens hit with biblical thunderstorm just hours before Ireland take on Greece in Euro 2024 qualifying

Torrential downpour has seen streets flooded in the hours before tonight's big game.

Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Republic of Ireland Euro 2024 group table and standings ahead of Greece game

Ireland take on Greece in Athens this evening in their second group game.

Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023

Greek coastguard denies claims refugee boat capsized after tow rope attached

UN calls for urgent action to prevent further tragedies as police believe up to 500 people remain missing

The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2023