Europe Trophy Men’s Grand Final Set for a Fierce Battle in Igalo

The Europe Trophy Men’s Grand Final is ready to take centre stage in Igalo, Montenegro, from 4th to 6th April 2025, bringing together twelve clubs from across Europe who earned their place through intense regional battles. Hosted by STK Novi, the competition offers ambitious clubs from outside the Champions League and Europe Cup spotlight a chance to compete for continental glory.

Group A: Panathinaikos Leads a Balanced Trio

Panathinaikos A.C. (GRE) comes into the Grand Final with a deep and well-rounded roster featuring domestic stars Konstantinos KONSTANTINOPOULOS, Konstantinos ANGELAKIS, and Portuguese international João MONTEIRO. As one of Greece’s most historic clubs, Panathinaikos brings both legacy and ambition into their battle to defend the title .

Logis Auderghem TT (BEL) presents the line-up that includes Lauric JEAN, Ludovic BIERNY, and Anthony MAECK, making them a strong dark horse in the group.

Železničar Niš (SRB) rounds out Group A with a multinational squad including Francisco SANCHI and Ziver GÜNDÜZ, ready to challenge their higher-ranked opponents.

Group B: Austria, Croatia, Estonia Collide

Group B is headlined by UTTC Panaceo Stockerau (AUT), bringing firepower with players like Khalid ASSAR (EGY) and PARK Chan Hyeok (KOR), backed by local standouts David SERDAROGLU and Julian RZIHASCHEK.

TalTech Sport Club (EST) brings variety, and international flair with Vallot VAINULA, Tomasz LEWANDOWSKI (POL), and young guns like Martinkus VALDAS (LTU). From Croatia, GSTK Zagreb comes in with national experience, including Leon BENKO and Lovro ZOVKO.

Group C: Italy, Latvia, Slovakia Eye Knockouts

Italian side ASD TT Santa Tecla Nulvi features a large, diverse line-up with players like Tomas KOLDAS (CZE), Costantino CAPPUCCIO, and Alexandros DIAKOUMAKOS.

Baltais LA (LAT) mixes local talent Daniels KOGANS with international additions such as Arturs SPALIS, Daniel LINDSO (SWE), and Maksim VUHKA (EST), bringing flair and unpredictability.

From Slovakia, MSK Čadca arrives with depth and cohesion. Anchored by Pavel PETRAS and Damian FLORO, the Slovak club has consistently performed in regional competition and aims to carry that form into Igalo.

Group D: Hosts STK Novi Ready to Impress

STK Novi (MNE), as hosts, will have home crowd energy behind them. Their line-up includes top names like Tomislav PUCAR (CRO), Marko JEVTOVIC (SRB), and Aleksandr KHANIN (BLR)—a combination of Balkan strength and international firepower.

Club Tenis de Taula Olot (ESP) brings a competitive squad featuring Arnau PONS, Rafael de las HERAS, and Portuguese duo Diogo SILVA and Diogo PINHO, capable of mounting a serious challenge.

Completing the group, ASD Marcozzi -A- (ITA) fields the talented Carlo ROSSI, Denis IVONIN (RUS), and Federico VALLINO, aiming to make a deep run in the tournament.

Group Winner and Group Runner-Up will advance to Final Stage. Third team will continue competition in Position Matches 9-12 Stage.

Stay tuned to ETTU.org for updates, results, and highlights as the action unfolds in Igalo.

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