We are very fortunate that Mr. Mladen Males has decided to share some of his brilliant photos from the Karageorge Cup 2008.

      

For hundreds of photos spanning over the last 7 days including the special events please visit his gallery.

After two days of competition it came down to four teams. The match for the third place was contested by the two local teams with proven pedigree, Dianella White Eagles and Dianella Ravna Gora. In the end Ravna Gora team celebrated with 3 goals to 1.

           

The final was played between Springvale White Eagles from Melbourne and Woodville Beograd from Adelaide. Both teams started on even terms and the scores were tied at 1:1 for some time before the Springvale White Eagles took lead and then confirmed their championship aspirations once more before the end, with final score 3:1 against Woodville Beograd.

           

We also have two videos. The first video shows the two finalists just before the game started as well as one of the goals by Springvale from a free kick in the second half.

We would also like to congratulate all the participants on fair play and good behaviour but especially Springvale White Eagles on their superb performance. For the complete listing of results and individual awards please visit the results page.

Day 2 was the first day of competition. All participating teams would get a chance to show their skill and fighting spirit. The day started with the arrival of VIP guests and HRH Princess Elizabeth planting a tree of friendship with City of Gosnells Lord Mayor Olwen Searle.

           

The visitors were then entertained by the young talents from Football West and Serbian folklore dance group.

  

City of Gosnells Lord Mayor Olwen Searle presented community awards to Mr Obrad Gledic, Mr Glisa Jelisic and Mr Vuja Vlaisavljevic for their extraordinary contributions to the local community.

        

Two teams with honours to open the tournament were invited onto the pitch. From Sarajevo FC Slavija and from Melbourne FC Noble Park Drina.

           

Mezzo Soprano Irena Zaric was then invited to sing Australian and Serbian national anthems.

The remainder of the day was spent watching good quality soccer with fair play emphasis. For the list of results from day one please visit the results page.

        

If you have already been to the tournament these past two days we would like to thank you for your attendance and we hope you had a pleasant time. For those who haven't visited yet don't miss this opportunity to watch good quality soccer and support your local community centre.

Friday 3/10 was the first day of Karageorge Soccer Cup. Guests and dignitaries started arriving early in anticipation of the tournament draw and announcement of next and following years' hosts.

By the time HRH Princess Elizabeth Karageorgevic, His Grace Bishop Irinej and Mr Ljubo Protic arrived most of the people were already happily conversing with local and visiting teams and their supporters. Many great rivalries exist between these teams from their local leagues and previous cups and it was a great pleasure watching them reflect on past cups and glories. Arrival of VIP guests was followed with great interests as this was their first visit to our small community centre. During the competition draw the guests were entertained by various performers from local community.

Below you can see some photos from the evening. They show Mr Ljubo Protic delivering message from Football Association of Serbia and their intent to extend ties with local soccer clubs. The video shows HRH Princess Elizabeth and His Grace Bishop Irinej arriving at the community centre.

           


After about an hour, the groups were finalised and next years's hosts chosen. It is with great pleasure to announce that the 2009 Karageorge Soccer Cup will be organised by the Krajina FC from Melbourne and one in 2010 by Springvale White Eagles FC also from Melbourne. For complete groups listing and full competition schedule please visit the results page.

Without doubt, FC Slavija from Sarajevo is the favourite to win this year's Karageorge Cup. The football club was founded in 1908 and has been competing in the top leagues of then Yugoslavia and now Republic of Srpska / Bosnia all these years. Currently FC Slavija is 2nd on the ladder in their national competition.

Since their arrival in Perth, FC Slavija has played 2 exhibition matches. One against the players of Serbian origin that compete in top state league, which FC Slavija won 2 - 1 thanks to 2 strikes from Stankovic. The second match was played against FC Perth Italy, who play in the top state league. FC Slavija won this match as well 3 - 1, with 2 more goals from Stankovic.

With these impressive performances, FC Slavija is sending a clear message. They are here to win the tournament and with only 3 more days until we get to see the team in action this cup is promising to be an excellent display of soccer skills.

For more information on FC slavija please visit their wiki page or their home page (Serbian only).

Karageorge Cup 2008 is almost upon us. The tournament kicks off this Friday with the live competition draw and selection of next year's host followed by a party to get all the teams and guests familiar with each other and the centre. HRH Princess Elizabeth will also be there for the opening. The entry on Friday night is $15 and it includes the Global Plus Holidays raffle ticket for a fabulous trip to Serbia.

For the remainder of competition tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for concession holders and $50 for a family pass. We would like to encourage all visitors to come at 9 o'clock on Saturday morning for the competition's official opening ceremony.

Below you can find the event schedule for the 3 days of Karageorge Cup 2008.

(events program)

Gala ball organised in honour of HRH Princess Elizabeth will be held at the Rydges Hotel in Perth on Saturday 4th of October. This will be a perfect opportunity to reflect on the 2nd day of the cup and be entertained by mezzo soprano Irena Zaric.

Global Plus Holidays is organising an amazing raffle for the tournament. The lucky winner will receive a 7 day holiday to Serbia, with full hotel accomodation and visit to the Serbian palace. Raffle tickets and ball tickets can be bought directly from Dragana at Global Plus Holidays (3 Palmerston St Northbridge, 92281933) or during the tournament.
Here you can check out the flyer (Serbian language only).

It is our pleasure to announce that the Tourism Board of Western Australia has endorsed this tournament. With this endorsement the hard work of the organisers is rewarded by making the tournament available to more people than ever.. Read more

We have been fortunate this year to have HRH Princess Elizabeth Karageorgevic visit Western Australia to officially open the Tournament and hand over the winning Trophy. HRH Princess Elizabeth is the great-great grand-daughter of “Karageorge” whose name the Tournament (Cup) bears. HRH Princess Elizabeth is the daughter of Princess Olga of Greece and Denmark. She is the second cousin of Queen Sofia of Spain, Charles Prince of Wales and first cousin of the Duke of Kent.

Every year the organisers try to bring a variety of guests that would best aid in the presentation of the tournament to the wider public and building community ties. This year is no different with many international and local guests coming.

International Guests

    • HRH Princess Elizabeth Karageorgevic (from Belgrade)
    • Mr Dragan Babic (from Belgrade)
    • Mr Slobodan Santrac (former Serbia and Montenegro national team manager)
    • Mr Ljubisa Protic (Serbian Football Association Representative)
    • Ms Irena Zaric (opera singer from Milano, Italy)

Local Guests

    • Bishop Irinej (Bishop for the Serbian Orthodox Church in Aust. and NZ)
    • Mr Kevin Campbell (Football West Director)
    • Mayor Olwen Searle (Gosnells City Lord Mayor)
    • Hon. Bob Kucera (APM, MLA )
    • Mr Terry Tyzack (former City of Stirling Mayor)

The Karageorge Cup is a traditional Annual Soccer Tournament held each year in October with a different Australian City as the host. The Tournament is organized by the local Serbian Community. The competing clubs have their roots within the Serbian Community but the players that participate reflect the Multicultural society that is Australia.. Read more