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1952–53 Cypriot Cup
The 16th Edition of the Cyprus Cup: A Season of Competition and Victory
The 1952-53 Cyprus Cup was the 16th edition of the prestigious football competition in Cyprus. This season saw a total of 12 teams participating, including six from the Cypriot First Division and eight from the second division.
For the first time, teams from both divisions were allowed to participate in the tournament, marking an exciting change for the sport. The competition consisted of four knock-out rounds, with all matches played on a single game basis. In case of a draw, the match would be extended by twice 15 minutes before proceeding to a repeat game if necessary.
The final took place on April 19, 1953, at the GSP Stadium in Nicosia, and was won by EPA Larnaka, who defeated defending champion Çetinkaya TSK. This victory marked the team's fourth title win in the competition.
The tournament saw a total of eight teams from A' Katīgoria (the top division) participating, with six additional teams from B' Katīgoria (the second division). The matches were played on January 10 and February 10, 1953. In addition to these rounds, there was also a replay of the quarterfinals match.
The Cyprus Cup 1952-53 was organized by the Cyprus Football Association and took place from January 10 to April 19, 1953. The competition provided an exciting platform for teams to showcase their skills and compete against each other in pursuit of victory.
In conclusion, the 16th edition of the Cyprus Cup was a season marked by intense competition and thrilling victories. EPA Larnaka's win over Çetinkaya TSK will be remembered as one of the most notable moments in the tournament's history.