Greece to retain Rehhagel
17 Jun 2008 - 11:10:10
Otto Rehhagel will stay on as Greece coach despite their failure to reach the knockout stages of Euro 2008.
The Greek Football Association has confirmed the veteran German coach will lead the side in their qualification campaign for the 2010 World Cup despite a disappointing showing in Austria & Switzerland.
Rehhagel led Greece to their shock success at Euro 2004, but this time around the defending champions have already been eliminated after Group D defeats by Sweden and Russia.
"We have just signed a new contract and we will continue together until 2010," said Greek FA chief Vassilis Gagatsis
"It is easy to change a coach but trust and continued support is what has kept this team together.
"He is the architect of Greek sport's biggest success."
Greece will sign off their Euro 2008 campaign with a final game against group winners Spain in Salzburg on Wednesday