payabl. has announced its return as Title Sponsor of the payabl. Basketball Tournament “Neofytos Chandriotis”, taking place from 12 to 14 September 2025 at the Tassos Papadopoulos–Eleftheria Stadium in Nicosia.
"Now in its sixth edition, the tournament has established itself as one of Europe’s most respected pre-season basketball events, welcoming four EuroLeague giants Olympiacos Piraeus, AS Monaco, Paris Basketball, and Crvena Zvezda (Red Star Belgrade)," the company's announcement says, continuing, "Over three days, Cyprus will once again host basketball at the highest level, with thousands of fans expected in the stands and broadcasts reaching audiences worldwide.
The action tips off on Friday, 12 September, with Paris Basketball facing Crvena Zvezda. On Saturday, 13 September, Olympiacos Piraeus meets AS Monaco in what is anticipated to be the tournament’s most attended game. The event concludes on Sunday, 14 September, with two matches: Olympiacos Piraeus vs Paris Basketball in the afternoon, followed by AS Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda in the evening.
Marios Tsialis, CFO of payabl., commented, “At payabl., we are proud to once again lend our name and support to the Neofytos Chandriotis Tournament, a truly special event for Cyprus. This tournament showcases the best of European basketball while also giving back to the local community, values that resonate deeply with us. As a company headquartered in Cyprus, we see this sponsorship as a way to strengthen our community and share the island’s spirit of resilience and excellence with the world.”
He added, “We’re also proud to support local merchants during the tournament. Our POS terminals will ensure fans enjoy a seamless payments experience throughout the event, making their time in the arena even more enjoyable.”
Nicolas Constantinou, Director of Pneuma Promotions and organiser of the Tournament, said, “The payabl. Basketball Tournament Neofytos Chandriotis has grown into one of the most respected pre-season basketball events in Europe, attracting world-class teams and a passionate international audience. This success would not have been possible without the unwavering support of payabl., whose partnership goes beyond sponsorship. Together, we are bringing elite basketball to Cyprus while also creating a lasting impact for the community through initiatives such as the Neofytos Chandriotis Student Medical Care Fund at the University of Cyprus, which honours the legacy of the young Cypriot athlete in whose memory the event is held.”
"This partnership reflects payabl.’s long-term commitment to investing in Cyprus’ cultural and sporting landscape, while further cementing the island’s reputation as a vibrant international hub," the announcement also underlined.
The payabl. Basketball Tournament “Neofytos Chandriotis” is organised by Pneuma Promotions, with the support of leading local partners, and is set to welcome more than 15,000 spectators across the three days of competition. For more information about the payabl. Basketball Tournament “Neofytos Chandriotis” 2025, call 7000 3222, and to secure your tickets, visit SoldOutTicketBox.com.
