Middle Park FC will play Elwood City in the first round of the first stage of the 2012 Victorian State Knockout Cup after the draw was completed at FFV Headquarters on Thursday, March 1st. The tie is a rematch of the 2011 first round matchup won by the Parkers in thrilling fashion.
Last year, an 88th-minute winner, scored by George McKenna, gave the Parkers a 2-1 victory, setting the tone for Middle Park’s season. The Parkers eventually bowed out of the 2011 cup competition in the 3rd round, losing a tense match to South Yarra SC in a downpour. However, the disappointment at missing out on a glamour draw against Port Melbourne was forgotten as the Parkers romped to promotion by winning the Provisional 3 South-east title in convincing fashion.
The winner between MPFC and Elwood City will take their place in next week’s 2nd round draw.
Middle Park FC vs Elwood City SC
March 10, 2012 , 1630 KO (Pitch 3)
State Football Centre, 281 Darebin Road, Thornbury, VIC