Developments in Greek basketball have accelerated after a prosecutorial investigation into allegations of match-fixing led to the issuance of six arrest warrants. At the centre of the case are Hellenic Basketball Federation (EOK) President Vangelis Liolios, referees and people connected with officiating and the sport.
The six individuals are suspected of offences involving active and passive bribery under sports legislation, amid allegations of match-fixing.
The investigation reportedly covers games in Greece’s top division and other national leagues over a period of up to 10 years. According to available reports, the case file includes complaints, witness testimony and written messages being examined by the competent authorities.
The six at the center of the case
According to media reports, the six individuals named in connection with the investigation are:
Vangelis Liolios: President of the Hellenic Basketball Federation (EOK), who is at the centre of the judicial investigation.
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Vaso Tsaroucha: An international referee who has also officiated in EuroLeague competitions.
Petros Papapetrou: A former referee who retired from active officiating in the summer of 2026.
Tasos Piloidis: A former referee and official with the Central Refereeing Committee (KED).
Ilias Koromilas: A former referee with a prominent record in officiating and involvement in the Central Refereeing Committee.
Giorgos Mavraganis: A businessman and former basketball player who, according to media reports, has close personal ties and business dealings with the federation’s president.
According to the latest reports, referee Vaso Tsaroucha was detained at the airport and was being taken to the Attica General Police Directorate in Athens. The other people named in connection with the case were also reportedly being transferred there.
The federation’s statement
The Hellenic Basketball Federation said its board of directors held an extraordinary meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, to brief members on the ongoing legal proceedings concerning Greek basketball.
“The case will be followed continuously through official announcements and procedures,” the federation said.