It wasn’t a happy weekend for the Greek Australian teams in the top leagues of Victorian State football. Let’s dig into how they fared.
State League 1 – North-West Group
None of our Greek Australian teams in the North-West group of State League 1 managed to taste victory this weekend.
Yarraville put up a fight away from home against Westgate, but ultimately couldn’t snatch the points, going down 3-2. Next up, Doxa faces Upfield.
Upfield hosted Westvale Olympic last weekend, and the Greek Australian side struggled to find their rhythm, leaving the pitch with a 3-1 loss. This week, Olympic hosts Banyule City.
Clifton Hill and Western Suburbs continued their runs with draws. The “Sky Blues” drew 2-2 with Keilor Park, while the clash between Panellinios and Banyule City ended goalless. Clifton Hill now hosts Ballarat City, and Suburbs host Keilor Park.
State League 1 – South-East Group
Aris’s match was a complete disaster, suffering a 2-0 home defeat to Mornington. As we highlighted in previous weeks, Mornington traditionally causes headaches for the “Yellow and Blacks.” This result throws a spanner in the works for Aris’s season. This Saturday, they face Brandon Park away.
Malvern City also suffered an away loss, going down 1-0. The Greek Australian side couldn’t salvage anything from their match against Brandon Park. Now, the “Blues” prepare for a “Hellenic” derby against Bayside Argonauts next week. The Argonauts travel to Malvern after a restful week.
State League 2 – North-West Group
It was a fantastic weekend for Altona East Phoenix and Mill Park. PAOK hosted Strathmore on Friday night, putting on a show for the home crowd. They banged in three goals, played some beautiful football, and sent the fans home happy from Paisley Park. This week, the “Black and Whites” are on the road against Dallas.
It was a day of joy and optimism for Mill Park when they hosted Craigieburn City. The “Doves” reached new heights, scoring at will and completely dominating the match, winning 4-0. This Saturday, Mill Park hosts Strathmore.
State League 2 – South-East Group
Bentleigh United Cobras left Casey Comets’ patch with a point. The 1-1 draw left a bitter taste for the away side, who felt they could have snatched victory with a bit more focus in the final moments. This week, the “Cobras” are on the road again, this time against St Kilda.
Chisholm United suffered a heavy 5-0 away defeat to Knox City. The Oakleigh-based side couldn’t match Knox City’s intensity, who played as they pleased on their home turf. Next week, United hosts Skye United.
State League 3 – South-East Group
Waverley Wanderers staged an away party at the home of White Star. The “yellow-blacks” were relentless throughout the ninety minutes, as evidenced by the final score of 3-6. This week, A.E.K. will host Sandringham with the aim of securing a victory that will keep them at the top of the league standing
State League 4 – East Group
Olympiakos secured a big 2-1 away win against Monash City Villareal. The “Red and Whites” showed from the start they were hungry for victory, and they ultimately got their reward, thanks to their clinical finishing when it mattered. This week, East Kew travels to Docklands Athletic.
State League 4 – North Group
Apollo secured a crucial home victory. The Greek Australian side defeated Glenroy, one of the more quality teams in the division, with a 2-0 score line. This Saturday, Darebin United plays away at Heidelberg Stars.
Keon Park suffered a narrow 2-1 home defeat against Melbourne Uni. AEK couldn’t string together many positive moments on the pitch, resulting in a loss. This week, the “Yellow and Blacks” play at home against Watsonia Heights.
West Preston achieved a significant 3-1 away victory against Fawkner on Monday night. The “Greens” had a fantastic night, playing beautiful and effective football, returning to Preston with three golden points. This week, Antagoras hosts Mooney Valley Knights.
Full Fixture of Greek Australian Teams
State League 1 – North-West Group
Round 2 – Results
Westgate – Yarraville 3 – 2
Upfield – Westvale Olympic 3 – 1
Clifton Hill – Keilor Park 2 – 2
Western Suburbs – Banyule City 0 – 0
Round 3 – Schedule
Friday April 4
Keilor Park – Western Suburbs 8.30 pm
Yarraville – Upfield 8.30 pm
Saturday April 5
Westvale Olympic – Banyule City 3pm
Clifton Hill – Ballarat City 3pm
Table
1. Corio 2 6
2. Westgate 2 4
3. Keilor Park 2 4
4. Clifton Hill 2 4
5. Western Suburbs 2 4
6. Sydenham 2 3
7. Upfield 2 3
8. Ballarat 2 3
9. Brimbank 2 1
10. Banyule 2 1
11. Yarraville 2 0
12. Westvale Olympic 2 0
State League 1 – South-East Group
Round 2 – Results
Old Scotch – Malvern City 1 – 0
South Springvale – Mornington 0 – 2
Round 3 – Schedule
Saturday April 5
Malvern City – Bayside Argonauts 3pm
Brandon Park – South Springvale 5.15pm
Table
1. Doveton 2 4
2. Hampton East 1 3
3. Mornington 1 3
4. Old Scotch 1 3
5. South Springvale 2 3
6. Mazenod 2 3
7. Collingwood 2 3
8. Bayside Argonauts 1 1
9. Brandon Park 1 0
10. Malvern 1 0
11. Gippsland 1 0
12. Beaumaris 1 0
State League 2 – North-West Group
Round 2 – Results
Altona East Phoenix – Strathmore 3 – 0
Mill Park – Craigieburn City 4 – 0
Round 3 – Schedule
Saturday April 5
Dallas City – Altona East Phoenix 3pm
Mill Park – Strathmore 3pm
Table
1. Mill Park 2 6
2. Altona East 2 6
3. Lalor 2 6
4. Whittlesea 2 6
5. Craigieburn 2 3
6. Albion 2 2
7. Uni Hill 2 1
8. Williamstown 2 1
9. Geelong 2 1
10. Dallas 2 1
11. Western Eagles 2 0
12. Strathmore 2 0
State League 2 – South-East Group
Round 2 – Results
Knox City – Chisholm United 5 – 0
Casey Comets – Bentleigh United Cobras 1 – 1
Round 3 – Schedule
Friday April 4
Chisholm United – Skye United 8.30 pm
Saturday April 5
St Kilda – Bentleigh United Cobras 3pm
Table
1. Sky 2 6
2. Mooroolbark 2 6
3. Knox 2 4
4. Casey 2 4
5. North Caulfield 2 3
6. Berwick 2 3
7. Chisholm 2 3
8. Cobras 2 2
9. St Kilda 2 1
10. Peninsula 2 1
11. Noble Park 2 0
12. Rangers 2 0
State League 3 – South-East Group
Round 2 – Results
White Star Dandenong – Waverley Wanderers 3 – 6
Round 3 – Schedule
Saturday April 5
Waverley Wanderers – Sandringham 3pm
Table
1. Heatherton United 2 6
2. Hampton Park United 2 6
3. Dandenong South 1 3
4. Waverley Wanderers 1 3
5. Elwood 2 3
6. Sandringham 2 2
7. Croydon 2 1
8. Rowville Eagles 2 1
9. Greater Dandenong 0 0
10. Ashburton 1 0
11. White Star 2 0
12. Middle Park 1 0
State League 4 – East Group
Round 2 – Results
Monash City Villareal – East Kew 1 – 2
Round 3 – Schedule
Saturday April 5
Docklands Athletic – East Kew 3pm
Table
1. Riversdale 2 6
2. Manningham Juventus 2 6
3. East Kew 2 6
4. Mount Waverley 1 3
5. Albert Park 2 3
6. Ringwood 2 3
7. Docklands 2 1
8. Yarra Jets 2 1
9. Kings Domain 1 0
10. Monbulk 1 0
11. Knox 1 0
12. Monash City Villareal 2 0
State League 4 – North Group
Round 2 – Results
Keon Park – Melbourne University 1 – 2
Darebin United – Glenroy Lions 2 – 0
Fawkner – West Preston 1 – 3
Round 3 – Schedule
Saturday April 5
Heidelberg Stars – Darebin United 3pm
Watsonia Heights – Keon Park 3pm
West Preston – Mooney Valley Knights 5pm
Table
1. Watsonia Heights 2 6
2. Darebin United 2 6
3. Moonee Valley 2 6
4. Melbourne Uni 2 4
5. Keon Park 2 3
6. West Preston 2 3
7. Moonee Ponds 2 3
8. Thornbury 2 3
9. Fawkner 2 1
10. Moreland 2 0
11. Glenroy Lions 2 0
12. Greenvale United 20 11
