Recap

In a thrilling water polo match between SC Winterthur Women and WSV Basel Women in the 2023-2024 National League Women, held at Winterthur HB / Geiselweid, the audience was treated to a display of skill and strategy. The game, officiated by Fabio De nicola, began at 18:29 and ended with a final score of 12 – 15 in favor of WSV Basel Women.

The match started with a tight Quarter 1, with both teams matching each other goal for goal. WSV Basel’s Anna Gesheva and Melanie Adler were quick to make their mark on the scoreboard, but SC Winterthur’s Lena Oberli and Zsofia Toth responded, with Toth converting a crucial penalty shot to level the score at 3 – 3.

As the game progressed into Quarter 2, WSV Basel started to edge ahead, with Adler shining with her accurate shooting. SC Winterthur’s Zsofia Toth tried to keep her team in the game, but WSV Basel’s defense proved strong, allowing them to lead 4 – 6 at halftime.

Quarter 3 saw both teams continue to battle fiercely, with key players like Fiona Schurter for SC Winterthur and Paola De feo for WSV Basel stepping up. WSV Basel maintained their lead, entering the final quarter with a score of 7 – 9.

In the decisive Quarter 4, WSV Basel’s Melanie Adler’s exceptional performance, scoring a total of 6 goals, proved pivotal. Despite a late surge from SC Winterthur led by Zsofia Toth and Eliane De bue, WSV Basel managed to hold on to their lead and secure a hard-fought victory with a final score of 12 – 15.

The match showcased the talent and determination of both teams, with WSV Basel ultimately emerging as the deserving winners. The fans were treated to an exciting display of water polo, with plenty of goals and thrilling moments throughout the game.

Official Match Report