Recap

In an intense and thrilling U17 water polo match held at Basel FB / St.Jakob (Joggeli), Lugano Aquatics U17 narrowly defeated SV Basel U17 with a final score of 15-14 on June 16, 2024.

From the start, both teams displayed superb skills and determination, with SV Basel taking a slight lead in the first quarter with a score of 3-2. The second quarter saw back-and-forth action, but SV Basel managed to maintain their lead by one point, ending the quarter 7-5 in their favor.

Coming back from the break, Lugano Aquatics U17 showed a strong performance in the third quarter, outscoring their opponents 4-1 and taking the lead for the first time in the match. The pressure was on as both teams fought fiercely in the final quarter, exchanging goals until the last seconds of the game.

The match came down to the wire, with Lugano Aquatics U17 ultimately securing the victory with a final score of 15-14. Gabriele Pizzoli was a standout player for Lugano Aquatics, scoring a total of 6 goals, including crucial penalty shots. SV Basel’s Phoenix Gutmann also delivered a notable performance, contributing 4 goals to his team’s effort.

The match was a true showcase of skill and determination from both sides, leaving the spectators on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. With this hard-fought victory, Lugano Aquatics U17 continues their impressive run in the 2023-2024 U17 league, while SV Basel U17 will look to bounce back from this narrow defeat in their upcoming games.

Official Match Report