The Greek Women’s Cup (Greek: Κύπελλο Γυναικών) is the principal national knockout football competition for women’s clubs in Greece. It is organized by the Hellenic Football Federation (Ελληνική Ποδοσφαιρική Ομοσπονδία, EPO).
History
- The competition was inaugurated in the 2000‑01 season.
- After a brief initial period, the tournament was not contested for several seasons.
- It was reinstated for the 2011‑12 season and has been held annually since that revival, subject to the scheduling decisions of the EPO.
Format
- The cup follows a single‑elimination knockout format.
- Teams from the top tiers of the Greek women’s football league system are eligible to enter.
- Matches are typically single‑leg fixtures, with the final played at a neutral venue selected by the federation.
Notable champions
- PAOK Women’s FC have been the most successful club, securing multiple titles since the competition’s revival.
- Other recent champions include Olympiacos Women’s FC and Kavala Women’s FC, reflecting the increasing competitiveness of the tournament.
Recent edition
- As of the latest season documented by the Hellenic Football Federation (2022‑23), Olympiacos Women’s FC captured the cup title.
Governance
- The tournament is overseen by the Hellenic Football Federation, which also administers the Greek women’s league system and national team programs.
References
- Hellenic Football Federation official publications and competition archives.
- Encyclopedic entries on Greek football competitions (e.g., reputable sports reference databases).
This entry reflects information available from verified sources; where specific details are not publicly documented, the entry notes the lack of sufficient encyclopedic information.
