Greek Cup League Phase draw completed

The League Phase draw for the Superbet Greek Cup has been finalized, establishing the schedule for the 16 participating teams. Under the tournament format, each team will play four matches—two home and two away—against one opponent from each of the four strength groups. Teams will compete in a single league table where the top four advance directly to the quarterfinals, teams finishing 5th to 12th enter the playoffs, and the bottom four are eliminated.

The seeding groups are:

• Group 1: AEK, Olympiacos, PAOK, Panathinaikos • Group 2: OFI, Aris, Levadiakos, Volos • Group 3: Atromitos, Kifisia, AEL, Panserraikos • Group 4: Kalamata, Niki Volou, Nestos Chrysoupoli, Marko

Key upcoming matchups include PAOK vs. AEK on October 27-29 and Olympiacos vs. Panathinaikos on December 2. Marko secured the final spot in the League Phase after defeating Ellas Syros in a penalty shootout (4-3) following a 1-1 draw.

Separately, AEK Athens is preparing for a Champions League playoff rematch against Levski Sofia at the Agia Sophia – Allwyn Arena following a 0-0 draw in Bulgaria. AEK enters the match as the favorite following a 4-0 league victory, though Levski Sofia holds a 12-match unbeaten streak and six consecutive clean sheets. Qualification would grant AEK approximately 18.62 million euros in participation bonuses, while failure to advance would result in entry to the Europa League league phase. Analysts have noted AEK’s strength in ball control and midfield dominance heading into this decisive encounter.

A legal dispute remains pending before the Hellenic Football Federation’s Disciplinary Committee. Asteras Tripolis continues to contest the match against Levadiakos, citing the “ineligible participation of a Levadiakos player,” a decision that may impact the tournament standings.