South Melbourne and Port Melbourne Sharks set for thrilling Cup final showdown

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South Melbourne and the Port Melbourne Sharks have secured their places in Saturday’s highly anticipated Cup Final, following hard-fought semi-final victories. Box Hill and Oakleigh Cannons will now compete in the bronze match to determine third place.

South Melbourne claimed a narrow 2–1 victory over Box Hill in a fiery and physical encounter, earning their spot in the final.

The match began cautiously, with both sides building from the back and probing with long balls. However, tempers flared midway through the first half as a scuffle broke out, prompting the referee to issue multiple yellow cards.

Box Hill capitalised on the tense atmosphere, converting a penalty to take a 1–0 lead. The goal sparked South Melbourne into action, as they responded with two swift counter-attacking goals, courtesy of No. 12 George, who displayed blistering pace and clinical finishing to overturn the deficit before halftime.

The first half saw an extraordinary seven yellow cards issued, underscoring the game’s intensity.

The second half was equally contested, with Box Hill’s No. 22 Fintan impressing despite picking up a yellow card. South Melbourne demonstrated effective game management, using tactical time-wasting to preserve their narrow lead. Despite a late push from Box Hill, South Melbourne held firm to secure the victory.

In the other semi-final, the Port Melbourne Sharks booked their place in the final with a gritty 2–1 win over the Oakleigh Cannons.

Port Melbourne took an early lead after converting a penalty and doubled their advantage late in the first half, capitalising on a defensive lapse. Heading into the break, they held a commanding 2–0 lead.

Oakleigh Cannons mounted a spirited fightback in the second half, pressing high and scoring a scrappy goal to reduce the deficit to 2–1. However, their momentum was derailed when a player received a second yellow card, leaving Oakleigh a man down.

Despite the setback, Oakleigh continued to push for an equaliser, but Port Melbourne’s disciplined defence and calm game management ensured the result remained in their favour.

South Melbourne and Port Melbourne Sharks will now face off in Saturday’s Cup Final, promising an electrifying showdown between two deserving teams. Meanwhile, Box Hill and Oakleigh Cannons will compete for the bronze match to determine third place.

Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable day of football!

For competition details, full fixture and results check out www.greekcup.com.au

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