# Greek Men's Basketball Cup competition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-mens-basketball-cup-competition
> Updated: 2026-09-19T13:24:25.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

The 2026-2027 Greek Men’s Basketball Cup, referred to as the “UNICEF Trophy,” began with an initial phase consisting of knockout matches between teams from National League 1 and National League 2.

Following the opening rounds, the tournament transitioned into a second phase on September 19, 2026. This stage expanded the competition to include teams from the Elite League alongside the remaining competitors from the national leagues.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Greek Men's Cup: UNICEF Trophy second phase begins

The second phase of the Men's Greek Cup (UNICEF Trophy) has begun, with Ionikos Nikaias, Panionios, and Ionikos Ionias advancing after winning their opening matches on September 19.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-mens-cup-unicef-trophy-second-phase-begins

### 2026-09-12: Greek Men's Basketball Cup begins with UNICEF Trophy opening rounds

The Greek Men's Basketball Cup, the “UNICEF Trophy,” has begun its first phase with knockout matches featuring National League 1 and 2 teams across Greece.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-basketball-ionikos-nikaia-defeats-gargalianoi-in-cup-match

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