Demetris Kizas: key obituary facts
Is Demetris Kizas dead? Yes. Demetris Kizas died on October 19, 2026, at age 73.
Cause of death: Demetris Kizas's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Demetris Kizas known for?
He was a Cypriot footballer (1953-2026).
More about Demetris Kizas
Born: 6 September 1953.
Place of birth: Paralimni.
Gender: male.
Occupation: association football player.
Nationality: Cyprus.
Also known as: Dimitris Kyzas, Demetris Kizas.
Demetris Kizas, a Cypriot footballer who played for Enosis Neon Paralimni, Panathinaikos, Panachaiki and OFI, died on October 19, 2026, aged 73.
Born in Paralimni on September 6, 1953, he began playing football there in 1971. In 1976, he moved to Greece to join Panathinaikos, later adding Panachaiki and OFI of Crete to his club career.
He first joined Panachaiki in 1981, moved to OFI the following year and returned to Panachaiki a year later, remaining there until his retirement in 1989. Kizas also represented Cyprus internationally, making nine appearances for the national team and scoring one goal. He later lived in Patras, where he was a permanent resident, and maintained a connection with Panachaiki through its veterans’ association. He was a member of the association and also served as its chairman. His name in Greek was Δημήτρης Κύζας.