THE 2025 GREEK COMMUNITY CUP KICKS OFF THIS FRIDAY

The highly anticipated 2025 Greek Community Cup will officially kick off this Friday, 10 January, at Warner Reserve, South Springvale, with an exciting opening round of matches.

The tournament celebrates the significant contribution of the Greek community to football in Victoria, featuring a collection of prestigious clubs with storied histories in the state’s football scene. These include South Melbourne, Heidelberg United, Oakleigh Cannons, Bentleigh Greens, Kingston City, Malvern City, Box Hill United, Bentleigh United Cobras, Keon Park, East Kew, and the host club, South Springvale Aris.

The first round on Friday night promises to deliver thrilling football action, with the opening fixture seeing Keon Park FC take on NPL powerhouse Bentleigh Greens. This will be followed by a much-anticipated clash between Cup first-timers Port Melbourne Sharks and NPL rivals Heidelberg United.

All games will be held at the Ross and Warner Reserve, home to South Springvale Aris FC, in South Springvale. Fans are encouraged to attend and support their local teams in what is shaping up to be a festival of football.

Full Fixtures for Friday, 10 January:

7:30 PM | Port Melbourne Sharks vs. Heidelberg United
Port Melbourne Sharks make their debut in the Greek Community Cup in an exciting match-up against the experienced Heidelberg United.

7:30 PM | Keon Park vs. Bentleigh Greens
Keon Park FC will face the challenge of NPL giants Bentleigh Greens in their first-ever Greek Community Cup appearance.

Saturday, 11 January:

5:00 PM | East Kew FC vs. Oakleigh Cannons
East Kew FC will test their mettle against the seasoned Oakleigh Cannons in what is expected to be a thrilling encounter.

5:00 PM | Malvern City FC vs. South Springvale FC
The tournament hosts, South Springvale FC, will take on Malvern City FC in the final match of an action-packed opening weekend.

About the Greek Community Cup

The Greek Community Cup is much more than a football competition; it is a celebration of culture, community, and connection. The event aims to unite people through their shared passion for football while honoring the Greek community’s deep roots in the game. Football has long served as a cultural bridge for Australian Greeks, and the tournament is a way to recognize their enduring legacy in the sport.

The 2025 Greek Community Cup is brought to you by the Greek Community of Melbourne in association with Australian Football Skool. The event is supported by LV Furniture, Accountancy Group, and Active Orthopaedic Centre.

For full fixtures, scores, and updates, visit: www.greekcup.com.au.

Join us for a celebration of football and community as we kick off the 2025 Greek Community Cup this Friday!