The 1981–83 Balkans Cup was an edition of the

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, a

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competition for representative clubs from the

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states. It was contested by 6 teams and Beroe Stara Zagora won the trophy.

Group Stage

Group A

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withdrew from the tournament after playing their first two games.

Group B

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Finals

First leg

Second leg

''Beroe Stara Zagora won 6–1 on aggregate.''

References

External links

RSSSF Archive → Balkans Cup
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