The Greek Community Cup is back for 2025, kicking off this week with the first round of games.

Warner Reserve in South Springvale will host the first round of the tournament that celebrates Greek influence in Victorian football.

The featured clubs include South Melbourne, Heidelberg United, Oakleigh Cannons, Bentleigh Greens, Kingston City, Malvern City, Box Hill United, Bentleigh United Cobras, Keon Park, East Kew and host’s South Springvale Aris.

Friday January 10 will see Port Melbourne Sharks make their Greek Community Cup debut against long-time NPL rivals Heidelberg United and Keon Park FC take on heavyweights Bentleigh Greens, also in their Cup debut.

On Saturday January 11, East Kew FC face NPL powerhouse Oakleigh Cannons, while the hosts South Springvale come up against rivals Malvern FC to cap off the opening weekend.

Photo: Con Deves

First Round Kick-Off

Fri Jan 10

Port Melbourne Sharks v Heidelberg United 7.30pm

Keon Park v Bentleigh Greens 7.30pm

Sat Jan 11

East Kew FC v Oakleigh Cannons 5pm

Malvern City FC v South Springvale FC 5pm

For competition details, full fixture and results visit the Greek Community Cup website.

Photo: Con Deves