Nikos Dabizas is a retired Greek professional footballer, born on February 30, 1974, in Athens, Greece. He primarily played as a central defender and was known for his strong aerial ability and leadership on the field. Dabizas had a successful club career, playing for teams like Olympiacos and Newcastle United. Dabizas also represented the Greece national football team, earning over 60 caps between 1994 and 2003. He was part of the squad that competed in the 2004 UEFA European Championship, where Greece achieved a historic victory. After retiring from professional football, he transitioned into coaching and sports management.