Rehhagel extends contract with Greece

Greece coach Otto Rehhagel yesterday extended his contract with the European champions until the 2010 World Cup, Greek FA president Vassilis Gagatsis told reporters. "It was a brief meeting and very easy because Mr Rehhagel wanted to stay on," Gagatsis...

Greece coach Otto Rehhagel yesterday extended his contract with the European champions until the 2010 World Cup, Greek FA president Vassilis Gagatsis told reporters.

"It was a brief meeting and very easy because Mr Rehhagel wanted to stay on," Gagatsis told reporters after the deal was struck.

Rehhagel took over unfancied Greece in 2001 and led the team to a stunning Euro 2004 victory in Portugal. They have also qualified for this year's European Championships in Austria and Switzerland starting in June.

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