March 25

On March 25, 1905, local sports enthusiasts established P.A.E. G.S. Diagoras in the city of Rhodes. Named after the ancient Olympic victor Diagoras of Rhodes, the club aimed to promote athletics and football. Diagoras quickly became a focal point for sports and community pride on the island. The team competed in regional leagues and helped popularize football across the Dodecanese. Over the decades, Diagoras produced notable players and left a lasting legacy in Greek sports culture.

Aris Thessaloniki was established on March 25, 1914, as a multi-sport association in northern Greece. Named after Ares, the Greek god of war, the club adopted yellow and black as its colors. Aris quickly added football, basketball, and other sports to its program, becoming a community hub. The football team competed in regional and national tournaments, building a fierce local rivalry. Over the century, Aris produced celebrated athletes and won multiple championships.