Giannis Antetokounmpo jokes about Premier League potential after Champions League final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo showcased his soccer skills in a casual match in Budapest, one day after the Champions League final. He expressed confidence, stating that if he were shorter, he could have competed in the Premier League. Fans reacted positively, discussing his potential position as a defender or midfielder. Antetokounmpo has a passion for soccer stemming from his childhood dreams, influenced by his father's history in the sport. He and his brothers became minority owners of Nashville SC in 2023, further connecting the family to soccer.
- •Antetokounmpo played in Budapest after the Champions League final
- •He stated he could have made the Premier League if shorter
- •He received positive reactions from fans about his soccer skills
- •He is a minority owner of Nashville SC
- •His father played soccer, influencing Giannis's passion for the game
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo jokes about what stopped him from making the Premier League
"Giannis Antetokounmpo has never hidden his affection for soccer, but his latest claim still landed with swagger. A day after the Champions League final, he played at the Puskas Arena.
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