Christos Tzolis makes farewell appearance at Club Brugge stadium

Greek footballer Christos Tzolis returned to the Jan Breydel Stadium on Sunday, August 23, 2026, to receive a formal farewell from the fans of his former club, Club Brugge. The event took place shortly before the local derby against Cercle Brugge, where Tzolis was invited to perform the ceremonial first kick of the match.

Tzolis recently completed a high-profile move to the reigning English champions, Arsenal, for a record-breaking transfer fee that represents the most expensive sale in the history of Club Brugge. Due to the rapid progression of his transfer to London, the player had not been given the opportunity to properly say goodbye to the supporters earlier in the summer.

The reception was highly positive, with fans celebrating his contributions to the team before his departure. This ceremonial return allowed the club to acknowledge the historical significance of the deal while providing closure for both the player and the supporters of the Belgian side.