After 14 years, Olympiacos Piraeus (GRE) clinched its second title in the Champions League after upsetting 8-time winner Pro Recco (ITA) in its own pool. Tremendous goalkeeping from Josip Pavic, Ioannis Fountoulis’ outstanding shooting form and exceptionally effective play in man-ups brought the win for the Greeks. Barceloneta (ESP) came third after beating Jug Read More →
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Champions League Water Polo: Final Eight, Genoa (ITA) – Day 2
Showdown with Recco and Olympiacos The respective group-winners in the prelims reached the final by winning fierce battles over two quality rivals. Olympiacos (GRE) prevailed against Barceloneta (ESP) in a low-scoring match while Recco (ITA) overcame Jug (CRO) in a gruelling fight. The Greeks made the title bout after 2016 while Recco returns Read More →
Champions League Water Polo: Final Eight, Genoa (ITA) – Day 1
Brescia almost spoiled Recco’s party Olympiacos (GRE) meets Barceloneta (ESP) while Recco (ITA) faces Jug (ITA) in the semi-finals. For the first time since 2014 the title-holder couldn’t make the semis as Szolnok was downed by Jug in a thrilling game, while Brescia almost spoiled Recco’s home party as the forced a penalty Read More →