It was a mixed bag for Victoria’s Greek-Australian clubs in the State Leagues this past weekend, with some sides hitting their straps and others struggling to find their rhythm.
As the rounds tick by, teams are starting to show their true colours, painting a clearer picture of who’ll be the ones to watch in the crucial months ahead.
State League 1 – Northwest Division
Westvale Olympic were an absolute force to be reckoned with, smashing Ballarat City 3-0 in a performance that screamed intent. The Greek-Aussie outfit are finding their groove and look set to keep climbing. This week, they’ll hit the road to take on Westgate in what promises to be a cracking contest. Not to be outdone, Western Suburbs (Panellinios) were clinical in their 2-0 takedown of Brimbank Stallions. They made it look easy, and now they’re gearing up for a tough away trip to face the always-dangerous Corio this round. It wasn’t all smooth sailing, though. Clifton Hill copped a 1-0 defeat at Westgate’s fortress, while Doxa Yarraville were stung 3-1 at home by Keilor Park. This weekend, Clifton Hill will host Sydenham Park, and Doxa will look to bounce back against Brimbank Stallions at home.
State League 1 – Southeast Division
The Greek-Aussie clubs in the southeast division had a belter of a weekend, with all three sides walking away with maximum points. South Springvale’s Aris were immense, storming Collingwood’s patch for a hard-fought 2-1 victory. The “yellow and black” are flying, and this week they’ll face off against Bayside Argonauts in a proper Greek-flavoured derby that’s sure to get pulses racing. The Argonauts are no slouches either, heading into the derby with momentum after a gutsy 2-1 away win over Mazenod. Expect fireworks when these two lock horns. Malvern City kept their fine form rolling, nicking a 1-0 win in the usually hostile territory of Beaumaris. They’ll be back at home this week, ready to take on Doveton in front of their passionate faithful.
State League 2 – Northwest Division
The big “blue and white” derby between Altona East’s PAOK and Mill Park was a proper slugfest, with both sides going hammer and tongs but settling for a 2-2 draw. Neither could claim bragging rights, but they each pocketed a point. This week, PAOK head to Craigieburn City’s turf, while Mill Park face Uni Hill Eagles away.
State League 2 – Southeast Division
Chisholm United couldn’t escape an away defeat, going down 2-1 to Peninsula Strikers. They’ll be looking to make amends when they host Casey Comets this round. Bentleigh’s Cobras fought hard against Mooroolbark but had to settle for a 2-2 draw, taking home a single point. The “yellow and black” will be back at home this week, ready to take on North Caulfield in what should be a cracking clash.
State League 3 – Southeast Division
Waverley Wanderers (AEK) had a weekend to remember, pulling off a thrilling 3-2 away win over Hampton Park. The “yellow and black” are in fine fettle and will look to keep the good times rolling when they host Elwood City this round.
State League 4 – East Division
East Kew’s Olympiacos battled hard but ended up with a 2-2 draw against Riversdale. The “red and white” will be back at home this week, taking on Knox United as they chase a return to winning ways.
State League 4 – North Division
Keon Park are an unstoppable force right now, demolishing Heidelberg Stars 4-2 in a statement win. They’re now gearing up for a massive “blue and white” showdown against Darebin United this week. Speaking of Darebin, they came away with a point after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Moonee Valley Knights. Meanwhile, West Preston face Heidelberg Stars in another intriguing matchup.
Full Round Results and Fixtures for Greek-Australian Clubs
State League 1 – Northwest Division
Round 6 Results
Westgate – Clifton Hill 1 – 0
Yarraville – Keilor Park 1 – 3
Westvale Olympic – Ballarat City 3 – 0
Western Suburbs – Brimbank Stallions 2 – 0
Round 7 Fixtures
Friday 9 May
Westgate – Westvale Olympic 8.30pm
Yarraville – Brimbank Stallions 8.30pm
Saturday 10 May
Corio – Western Suburbs 3.00pm
Clifton Hill – Sydenham Park 3.00pm
Standings
Ballarat City – 6 games, 12 pts
Keilor Park – 6 games, 12 pts
Westgate – 6 games, 10 pts
Banyule City – 6 games, 10 pts
Sydenham Park – 6 games, 9 pts
Upfield – 6 games, 9 pts
Western Suburbs – 6 games, 9 pts
Westvale Olympic – 6 games, 6 pts
Corio – 6 games, 4 pts
Clifton Hill – 6 games, 4 pts
Yarraville – 6 games, 4 pts
Brimbank Stallions – 6 games, 4 pts
State League 1 – Southeast Division
Round 6 Results
Collingwood City – South Springvale 1 – 2
Beaumaris – Malvern City 0 – 1
Mazenod – Bayside Argonauts 1 – 2
Round 7 Fixtures
Saturday, 10 May
Malvern City – Doveton 3.00pm
Bayside Argonauts – South Springvale 3.00pm
Standings
South Springvale – 6 games, 15 pts
Mornington – 6 games, 15 pts
Doveton – 6 games, 10 pts
Malvern City – 6 games, 10 pts
Hampton East – 5 games, 10 pts
Bayside Argonauts – 5 games, 8 pts
Old Scotch – 5 games, 7 pts
Collingwood City – 6 games, 7 pts
Gippsland United – 6 games, 6 pts
Beaumaris – 5 games, 3 pts
Mazenod – 6 games, 3 pts
Brandon Park – 4 games, 1 pt
State League 2 – Northwest Division
Round 6 Results
Altona East Phoenix – Mill Park 2 – 2
Round 7 Fixtures
Saturday, 10 May
Uni Hill Eagles – Mill Park 2.15pm
Craigieburn City – Altona East Phoenix 3.00pm
Standings
Lalor United – 6 games, 18 pts
Albion Rovers – 6 games, 14 pts
Altona East – 6 games, 13 pts
Mill Park – 6 games, 10 pts
Williamstown – 6 games, 10 pts
Uni Hill Eagles – 6 games, 8 pts
Craigieburn City – 6 games, 8 pts
Western Eagles – 6 games, 7 pts
Whittlesea United – 6 games, 7 pts
Geelong Rangers – 5 games, 1 pt
Dallas Eagles – 5 games, 1 pt
Strathmore – 5 games, 0 pts
State League 2 – Southeast Division
Round 6 Results
Peninsula Strikers – Chisholm United 2 – 1
Mooroolbark – Bentleigh United Cobras 2 – 2
Round 7 Fixtures
Friday 9 May
Chisholm United – Casey Comets 8.30pm
Saturday 10 May
Bentleigh United Cobras – North Caulfield 8.30pm
Standings
Skye United – 5 games, 12 pts
Knox City – 6 games, 11 pts
Mooroolbark – 6 games, 11 pts
Peninsula Strikers – 6 games, 10 pts
St Kilda – 6 games, 10 pts
Casey Comets – 6 games, 10 pts
Chisholm United – 5 games, 9 pts
North Caulfield – 6 games, 7 pts
Berwick City – 6 games, 7 pts
Bentleigh United Cobras – 6 games, 6 pts
Noble Park United – 5 games, 3 pts
Doncaster Rovers – 5 games, 0 pts
State League 3 – Southeast Division
Round 6 Results
Hampton Park United – Waverley Wanderers 2 – 3
Round 7 Fixtures
Saturday, 10 May
Waverley Wanderers – Elwood City 3.00pm
Standings
Dandenong South – 6 games, 16 pts
Elwood City – 6 games, 13 pts
Hampton Park United – 6 games, 10 pts
Waverley Wanderers – 6 games, 10 pts
Middle Park – 6 games, 10 pts
Sandringham – 6 games, 9 pts
Heatherton United – 6 games, 7 pts
Rowville Eagles – 6 games, 6 pts
Croydon City – 6 games, 5 pts
Ashburton – 5 games, 4 pts
White Star Dandenong – 6 games, 4 pts
Greater Dandenong – 5 games, 2 pts
State League 4 – East Division
Round 6 Results
East Kew – Riversdale 2 – 2
Round 7 Fixtures
Saturday, 10 May
East Kew – Knox United 3.00pm
Standings
Manningham Juventus – 6 games, 15 pts
Riversdale – 6 games, 13 pts
Ringwood City – 6 games, 13 pts
Kings Domain – 6 games, 12 pts
Albert Park – 6 games, 11 pts
East Kew – 6 games, 10 pts
Mount Waverley – 6 games, 7 pts
Villareal – 6 games, 7 pts
Yarra Jets – 6 games, 5 pts
Docklands – 6 games, 4 pts
Knox United – 6 games, 3 pts
Monbulk Rangers – 6 games, 2 pts
State League 4 – North Division
Round 6 Results
Keon Park – Heidelberg Stars 4 – 2
Darebin United – Moonee Valley Knights 3 – 3
Round 7 Fixtures
Saturday, 10 May
Darebin United – Keon Park 3.00pm
West Preston – Heidelberg Stars 5.00pm
Standings
Melbourne University – 5 games, 13 pts
Watsonia Heights – 5 games, 12 pts
Moonee Valley Knights – 6 games, 12 pts
Keon Park – 6 games, 12 pts
Fawkner – 6 games, 10 pts
Moonee Ponds United – 5 games, 10 pts
Darebin United – 6 games, 8 pts
West Preston – 5 games, 7 pts
Heidelberg Stars – 6 games, 7 pts
Thornbury Athletic – 6 games, 3 pts
Moreland United – 5 games, 0 pts
Glenroy Lions – 5 games, 0 pts
