Asteras Tripolis have filed an official protest against Levadiakos following their 2-0 defeat in the Superbet Greek Cup second qualifying round.
The Arcadian side claim that Levadiakos fielded a player illegally during the home victory on Tuesday, August 18. The result had initially secured the Boeotian team a place in the tournament's League Phase.
Asteras lodged the objection to examine whether Levadiakos fulfilled all requirements stipulated by the Disciplinary Code of Football (KAP) regarding the eligibility of the player in question.
EPO Disciplinary Investigation
The case has now been referred to the disciplinary authorities of the Hellenic Football Federation (EPO), which acts as the organizing body of the Superbet Greek Cup. The sports judicial chambers will decide the outcome of the complaint.
Asteras Tripolis, based in Tripoli in the Peloponnese, are commonly known as the Arcadians. Levadiakos are based in the Boeotian city of Livadeia. The Hellenic Football Federation, the governing body of Greek football, enforces strict regulations regarding player registration and disciplinary suspensions through its regulatory code.
League Phase Qualified Teams
Fifteen teams have secured their places in the League Phase of the Superbet Greek Cup. Levadiakos are currently listed among the qualified clubs alongside major Greek teams OFI, PAOK, Panathinaikos, AEK, and Olympiacos.
The remaining sides that have booked their spots in the League Phase are AEL Novibet, Aris, Volos, Atromitos, Niki Volou, Nestos Chrysoupoli, Kifisia, Kalamata, and Panserraikos.
Second Qualifying Round Results
The second qualifying round of the tournament's first phase began on Monday, August 17. AEL Novibet earned a 3-1 away victory against Athens Kallithea, Aris won 2-0 at Anagennisi Karditsa, and Volos secured a 3-1 win over Iraklis.
On Tuesday, August 18, Atromitos recorded a 3-1 home win against Pyrgos, while Levadiakos defeated Asteras Tripolis AKTOR 2-0 in the match now under legal review.
Action continued on Wednesday, August 19, with five fixtures across the country. Niki Volou beat Panionios 3-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in regular time. Nestos Chrysoupoli edged Apollon Kalamarias 1-0, while Kifisia achieved a 6-1 away win at Zakynthos. Kalamata defeated Panetolikos 4-2, and Panserraikos won 2-1 against Panthrakikos.
The qualifying round concludes on Monday, August 24, when Hellas Syrou face Marko at 17:30 at the Municipal Stadium of Ermoupoli.
