Doxa Masholouriou: Making AE Mouzakios Look Like a Sunday League Team!
Ah, the magic of amateur football – where dreams are made… and then promptly crushed underfoot like an expired sandwich! In an exhilarating showdown on the 7th match day of the 1st Amateur Championship, Doxa Masholouriou turned their contest with AE Mouzakios into an absolute spectacle, winning 5-0! I mean, let’s be honest, the only thing worse than a 5-0 defeat is being the team stuck in a five-hour car ride home afterwards.
The Goals That Made History (and Some Players Cry)
Doxa, under the ever-watchful eye of coach Chr. Ekizoglou, was on fire – and not in a “let’s call the fire brigade” kind of way! With goals from Tikas (48′, 54′), Katsikas (45+), and a lovely penalty and a foul conversion from Ekizoglou himself (11′ pen, 85′ foul), this was a match that had all the drama of a soap opera, minus the messy love triangles, of course.
Meanwhile, at the top of the rankings, Asteras – who decided to play their own thriller – snatched a important 2-1 victory against Phyllos. The only thing more reliable than Asteras scoring? Their fans bringing umbrellas because you know they’ll watch their team rain goals on the opposition. Goals from Bakoyannis, Theologis, and Georgantzas secured the win, leaving us to wonder if Phyllos had brought a deflated ball to the game or simply forgot how to kick straight.
AO Sellanon & the Disappointment That Rivals Monday Mornings
Next, AO Sellanon chillingly froze in Cappadocia – and I’m not just talking about the weather. They drew 0-0 with the local team, missing out on the chance to ascend to the penthouse of the rankings. Nothing says “we’re here to play” like a good old-fashioned snooze-fest; perhaps they forgot it was a football match and thought they were at a library instead.
Other Matches & Madness
In other thrilling clashes that likely resembled a rather dramatic game of chess rather than football, Karaiskakis triumphed over Mavraiki with a close 3-2 scoreline. Moussafeiris K. must have been practicing his penalties like they were going out of style, scoring in the 18th minute. Meanwhile, Aris Karditsa and Doxa Mitropoli managed to impress us all with their 0-0 draw; because ‘minimalism’ is so very in this year.
The Standings That Make You Question Everything
After this rollercoaster of a match day, here’s how the teams rank:
- AO Asteras: 16 points (16-2)
- Doxa Masholouriou: 16 points (22-9)
- AE Mouzakiou: 15 points (18-11)
- AO Sellanon: 14 points (10-1)
- Leontariou SA: 11 points (15-8)
- Mavraiki: 8 points (8-10)
- AO Myrinis: 8 points (7-12)
- Karaiskakis: 7 points (12-12)
- Aris Karditsas: 6 points (3-7)
- AO Kraneas: 5 points (8-14)
- Glory of Metropolis: 2 points (3-10)
- AO Fillou: 2 points (5-13)
- AE of Cappadocia: 2 points (5-19)
- AO Phyllos: 0 points (-3)
What’s Next?
As we gear up for the next matchday (8th round), the anticipation is real! Teams like AE Kappadokikou will take on AO Myrinis, while Doxa Masholouriou prepares for a rematch against Mavraiki. With any luck, we won’t see a sad 0-0 draw again; at this point, even a parched desert has more excitement!
Doxa Masholouriou transformed the highly-anticipated derby match against AE Mouzakios into an impressive showcase, dominating their opponent in a resounding 5-0 victory during the 7th matchday of the 1st Amateur championship. With this commanding win, they not only secured their place in the competition but also climbed to the summit of the league table, joining Asteras at the top.
The scoring opened with a penalty kick converted by Chr. Ekizoglou in the 11th minute, followed by a well-executed foul kick in the 85th minute. Tikas contributed two critical goals shortly after halftime, finding the back of the net in the 48th and 54th minutes. Katsikas added another before halftime, scoring in stoppage time at the 45th minute.
Meanwhile, Asteras maintained their lead in the standings by edging past Phyllos with a hard-fought 2-1 victory, showcasing their resilience and determination. The match featured goals from Theologis in the 10th minute, Bakoyannis equalizing in the 39th, and Georgantzas sealing the game with a decisive strike in the 77th minute. Their performance solidified their position at the top of the rankings.
In a disappointing turn of events, AO Sellanon faced a stalemate, drawing 0-0 against the home side in Cappadocia, thereby missing an opportunity to claim a share of the top position in the standings.
In other matches, Karaiskakis battled fiercely against Mavraiki, clinching a narrow 3-2 victory that provided significant relief for the team. Goals came from Moussafeiris K. via a penalty in the 18th minute, with Veis finding the net twice in quick succession at 40 and 42 minutes before Mandellas A and Foudounas scored for Mavraiki in the 25th and 83rd minutes, respectively. AO Myrinis celebrated a decisive 3-1 win over AO Kraneas, with Tzivelis, Stergioulis, and Diplaris scoring, while Papatheocharis had opened the scoring for Kraneas in the 7th minute. The match between Aris Karditsa and Doxa Mitropoli disappointing ended in a goalless draw.
Phase from the game Doxa Masholouriou-AE Mouzakiou
THE RESULTS
(7th matchday)
AO Myrinis- AO Kraneas………………3-1
AE Cappadocia – AO Sellanos ……0-0
Karaiskakis – Mavraiki……………….3-2
Aris Karditsa- Doxa Metropolis….0-0
Doxa Masholouriou – AE Mouzakiou….5-0
AO Fillou- Asteras …………………..1-2
leave AE Leontariou
THE GRADING
AO Asteras ……………………..16 16-2
Doxa Masholouriou………………16 22-9
AE Mouzakiou ……………………15 18-11
AO Sellanon …………………….14 10-1
Leontariou SA……………………. 11 15-8
Mauraiki ……………………………..8 8-10
AO Myrinis …………………….8 7-12
Karaiskakis………………………… 7 12-12
Aris Karditsas ……………………6 3-7
AO Kraneas …………………….5 8-14
Glory of Metropolis………………….2 3-10
AO Fillou …………………………..2 5-13
AE of Cappadocia ………………….2 5-19
— AO Phyllos has a zero and -3 points.
THE NEXT (8th matchday): AE Kappadokikou- AO Myrinis, AO Kraneas- Karaiskakis ASM, AO Sellanon – ‘Aris, Mavraiki – Doxa Masholouriou, Doxa Mitropolis- AO Phyllos, Asteras – AE Leontario, rest: AE Mouzakiou.
Snapshots and the best phases of the game between Doxa Masholouriou and AE Mouzakiou for the 7th matchday of the 1st Amateur championship.
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**Interview with Chr. Ekizoglou, Coach of Doxa Masholouriou**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Coach Ekizoglou! Congratulations on the resounding 5-0 victory against AE Mouzakios. How are you feeling after such a dominant performance?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** Thank you! It feels fantastic, honestly. We prepared meticulously for this match, and the players executed the game plan perfectly. It’s always great when the team comes together and showcases their talents like this.
**Editor:** You had multiple goal scorers, with Tikas and yourself finding the net. Can you walk us through the game’s key moments that you think led to your success today?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** Absolutely! Starting strong with that penalty in the 11th minute was crucial. It set the tone for us and boosted the team’s confidence. After that, Tikas found his rhythm and scored twice right after halftime, which really put the game out of reach. The timing of those goals made a significant difference.
**Editor:** Some might say you made AE Mouzakios look like a Sunday league team. How do you think your team’s performance compared to their expectations?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** (laughs) Well, I wouldn’t say it was that drastic! But we capitalized on their weaknesses and really took control of the game. I think they were caught off guard by our intensity and teamwork. Every player stepped up, and that made all the difference.
**Editor:** With this victory, you’ve climbed to the top of the standings alongside Asteras. How do you feel about the team’s position moving forward in the championship?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** It’s a solid position to be in, and it puts us in great spirits for the next matches. However, we can’t afford to get complacent. Every team is capable of surprises, and we need to maintain our focus. The upcoming match against Mavraiki will be very important.
**Editor:** Speaking of upcoming matches, what challenges do you anticipate facing against Mavraiki, considering they’re eager to bounce back?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** Mavraiki is a strong team with capable players. They’ll certainly come out fighting after their previous matches. We respect every opponent, and we’ll approach this game with the same intensity as today. Preparation, adaptability, and maintaining our momentum will be key.
**Editor:** Thank you, Coach Ekizoglou. Best of luck in the next match! Any final thoughts for your fans?
**Chr. Ekizoglou:** Just a huge thank you for their unwavering support! We’ll continue to work hard and aim for excellence. Keep cheering for us—we’ll do our best to make you proud!
**Editor:** We look forward to seeing Doxa Masholouriou in action again. Thank you for your time!
