On the afternoon of Wednesday, January 21, the Telekom Center Athens hosted a high-stakes match in the round of 16 of the EuroCup Women. The Panathinaikos vs. Zagreb match took place in a packed arena, with an intense pace and atmosphere worthy of the European competition.
7,829 fans attended, a record number for attendance at a EuroCup Women’s match, excluding the finals, according to the official FIBA announcement. At the same time, this is the largest attendance ever recorded for a European match by a Greek women’s basketball team, while it ranks as the third highest in the history of the competition overall.
From the very beginning, the fans created an intense and lively atmosphere, enthusiastically supporting the Panathinaikos athletes and transforming the Telekom Center Athens into a dynamic European venue. The image of the packed stands highlighted the ever-growing appeal of women’s basketball and confirmed the sport’s dynamic among the Greek public.
The record attendance is not just an impressive number, but an indication of the growing appeal of the sport and the importance of the right hospitality conditions.
After the match, Selen Erdem, Head Coach of the Panathinaikos women’s basketball team, spoke exclusively to the Telekom Center Athens camera, honestly capturing the emotions of the evening. The Turkish coach admitted that her team did not perform at its best and that the one-point defeat left mixed feelings, however, she emphasized the great importance of qualifying for the “8” of the EuroCup Women, a result of the large gap that Panathinaikos had built in the first match.
At the same time, she did not hide her enthusiasm for the experience at the Telekom Center Athens, emphasizing that both she and her players were impressed by the arena and described it without hesitation as “the best in the world”. As she mentioned, playing in such an environment has a decisive impact on the mentality of the players and the coaching staff. In closing, she sent a warm message to the Panathinaikos community, emphasizing that the support of the fans is truly unique and describing them as “the best in the world”, thanking them for their constant presence and the energy they bring to the team.
Watch the interview here
Telekom Center Athens presents the new Members Club, a unique space created to elevate the hospitality experience through a combination of high aesthetics, understated luxury, and contemporary design.
With a total surface area of 1,220 sq.m., the Members Club was created to serve as a multidimensional space for meetings, socializing, gastronomy, and events, combining the atmosphere of a historic private club with the contemporary demands of a state-of-the-art, multifunctional venue.
The design concept
Interior designer Kostas Gagkos and his team approached the design of the Members Club with classical aesthetics as a key influence and symmetry as a guiding principle—an element deeply connected to timeless design and a sense of harmony. The philosophy of the space is based on creating an environment that exudes balance, elegance, and understated luxury, offering a high-standard hospitality experience.
Symmetry formed the core of the entire architectural composition. All functions and individual elements were organized along a central conceptual axis, creating a sense of coherence and grandeur within the space. A key feature of this design approach is the two “twin” bars, which are positioned symmetrically and serve as defining focal points of the Members Club.
There are stadiums that host games and stadiums that make history. Telekom Center Athens clearly belongs to the latter category.
After 19 home games in this year’s EuroLeague, it’s official confirmation of what everyone already knew: Telekom Center Athens is the noisiest venue in the competition. Panathinaikos AKTOR fans recorded the highest decibel levels of any European venue in 13 games, winning the “battle of the stands.”
It’s not often that you feel like you’re stepping into a space and leaving your daily routine behind and stepping straight into a celebration. That’s exactly what those who attended Telekom Center Athens on Sunday, April 5, felt on a night that looked like it would be something special. More than 8,000 spectators packed the venue’s Main Arena, filling every corner with energy, impatience and a mood for fun.
As the Harlem Globetrotters entered the glass floor, it was immediately apparent that what was about to follow was more than just a typical match. As part of their 100-year anniversary tour, they presented an impressive spectacle full of rhythm and imagination: perfectly synchronized moves, inventive tricks and nail-biters that thrilled the audience. All of this was ideally combined with their characteristic humor and spontaneity, creating an interactive experience where the spectators were not mere observers, but an active part of the performance.
The ultimate guided tour experience at Telekom Center Athens for those who want to explore every aspect of the facility and gain access to restricted areas.
Children 0–5 years old: Free
Children 6–15 years old: Reduced ticket
People with disabilities: Reduced ticket
Duration: up to 45 minutes
Available days: Monday to Friday (based on availability)
Max: 6 guests
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Fill out the expression of interest form and come and let’s plan together a special guided tour experience at the state-of-the-art Telekom Center Athens.