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Greek Cup: A Provincial Team Reaches the Final for the 15th Time

Published January 15, 2026, 06:24

For the second consecutive year and a total of 15 times in the history of the Greek Cup, a team from the provinces will reach the final. This became possible after Levadeiakos and OFI advanced, defeating Kifissia 2-0 and AEK 1-0 respectively in the semi-finals. Larissa holds the record for final appearances with four, followed by OFI and Doxa Drama with three each. In terms of titles, Larissa has two, while OFI and Kastoria have one each. The success of provincial teams in the Greek Cup is a significant tradition, offering opportunities for teams outside the major urban centers to compete for the title.