The Greek Community Cup Women’s Final came to a thrilling conclusion as Box Hill United triumphed 2–1 over Keon Park in a hard-fought contest at John Cain Memorial Park.
This final match capped off a successful three-week tournament, showcasing the incredible talent of female footballers across the region.
Keon Park started the match with intensity, applying early pressure and scoring the opening goal to take the lead. However, Box Hill United quickly settled into the game, dominating possession and midfield play, which ultimately led to an equaliser before halftime.
The second half was an action-packed, end-to-end affair with both teams creating chances and testing the goalkeepers. As the match neared its final moments, Box Hill United secured the decisive goal after sustained pressure, sealing a 2–1 victory and claiming the inaugural Greek Community Cup Women’s trophy.
Councillor Emily Dimitriadis, Deputy Mayor, City of Darebin, said, “It’s wonderful to see all the women playing out there—you really are an inspiration. We’re very excited about this inaugural Greek Women’s Cup and look forward to supporting you in the future. Congratulations to both teams for playing today and well-done Box Hill on your win!”
Kat Theophanous MP, State Member for Northcote, shared, “As the State Member for Northcote, I’m so proud to celebrate the inaugural Greek Community Cup Women’s Finals right here at John Cain Memorial Park. Local sport brings people together, builds confidence, and empowers the next generation of athletes.”
“Today, we not only cheer for the incredible talent on the field but also champion a future where every young woman and girl knows that her place in sport is celebrated and supported,” Ms Theophanous added.
“Congratulations to the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) and Northcote City FC for creating a new tradition that uplifts women’s sport and showcases the multicultural spirit of our electorate. I also want to congratulate the champions of this first women’s cup, Box Hill FC, for their outstanding performance and well-deserved victory.”
Jason D., Vice President of Northcote, reflected, “It’s been an amazing three weeks, and everyone who participated should be proud of what they’ve achieved. We were extremely honoured to host the inaugural Greek Women’s Cup and look forward to continuing this journey. Congratulations to Box Hill and Keon Park as runners-up. We’re excited to keep growing female football and strengthening this relationship for years to come.”
Michael Karamitos, GCM Vice President, expressed, “I feel very honoured to be here today because what we’ve achieved through this initiative is all about engaging with our youth for the future.”
“On behalf of the Greek Community, congratulations to Box Hill for winning the inaugural Greek Community Cup—let’s give a round of applause for the girls. We look forward to this tournament growing in the future. Before I introduce our special guests, I’d like to thank Northcote City Football Club for their involvement. We look forward to continuing this partnership and working together with Northcote. A big thank you to the supporters who came out to support the girls today,” Mr Karamitos added.
Bill Papastergiadis OAM, GCM President, added, “Thank you all. Congratulations to Box Hill and coach Stefano. Women’s football is a big part of my life, as my daughter used to play with Box Hill, and we’re excited to see this tournament grow, aiming for 16 teams in the future.”
“The Greek Community of Melbourne is an organisation that bridges culture, language, and advocacy on a variety of issues, and we’re proud to have you all with us. We encourage you to become members online. We welcome all Greeks, and while we’re gracious, we do live in a multicultural society. Many thanks to our hosts, the city, our board members, and all those who helped make this event possible. It’s been a wonderful journey and a great event,” Mr Papastergiadis added.
“The GCM is excited to see the future growth of the Greek Women’s Cup and looks forward to making the event a key part of the community’s sporting calendar in the years to come.”
Full fixtures, scores, and updates will be announced at: www.greekcup.com.au
The Greek Community Cup is brought to you by the Greek Community of Melbourne in association with Australian Football Skool. The tournament is hosted by Northcote City FC and proudly supported by LV Furniture, Accountancy Group, Active Orthopaedic Centre and Peter Tziotzis-Orthodox Funeral Services.
