Team Greece survived a late comeback from Serbia to open its account in the 2025 All Nations Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory.
After leading by two goals at halftime after a scintillating display of football, Team Greece scored early in the second half to take an unassailable 3-0 lead.
The game then turned back into a contest with Serbia scoring two goals in ten minutes and it was game on.
Both teams had further opportunities but it was Team Greece that held firm and took all three points at the final whistle.
George Katsakis, Coach of Greece had this to say following the win.
“First half the boys played exceptional football and the second half was definitely a tighter contest, but what’s important was that we got the result we so required and now look forward to our last game next week against North Macedonia to hopefully qualify for the Quarter Finals. The tournament has some quality teams and our boys will have to be up for every game in order to progress.”
Michael Karamitos, Greek Community of Melbourne Board Member, was pleased with the result following the tight finish.
“What a pulsating football game we witnessed and congratulations to both teams on a wonderful spectacle. The tournament has on display teams of immense talent and progressing through the group stages is definitely a challenge. Team Greece did us proud and we look forward to next weeks challenge against North Macedonia.”
Team Greece will play its final game on Sunday 26 October at 2.30pm at Knox City FC.
