Greek Men's Cup: UNICEF Trophy second phase begins

The second phase of the Men's Greek Cup, featuring the UNICEF Trophy, commenced on September 19, 2026. This stage introduces Elite League teams alongside competitors from National League 1 and National League 2.

In the opening round of matches held on Saturday, September 19, Ionikos Nikaias, Panionios, and Ionikos Ionias secured victories to advance to the second round. The results were as follows:

• Ionikos Nikaias defeated Panerythraikos 78-68. • Panionios defeated Amyntas 89-60. • Ionikos Ionias defeated Sofades 81-79.

Further matches are scheduled for Sunday, September 20, including matchups such as Sporting vs. AGE Chalkidas, Peofki vs. Kronos Agiou Dimitriou, and Paleofaliro vs. EA Promitheas 2014. The winner of the Paleofaliro and Promitheas 2014 matchup will face the newly promoted Elite League team, AE Glavkou Esperou, in the second round.