Recap
In a highly competitive U17 water polo match held at the Schaffhausen HB/Breite venue, SC Schaffhausen U17 faced off against WBK SM Zürich U17 on the evening of the 23rd of March, 2024. The game, which kicked off at 17:27, was officiated by referee Rafal Wocik.
The game started with both teams displaying their skills, with SC Schaffhausen U17 managing to score the first goal thanks to Ilio Loyd Wehrli. However, WBK SM Zürich U17 quickly responded, and the first quarter ended with a slim lead of 1-2 in favor of the away team.
The second quarter saw WBK SM Zürich U17 dominate the game, scoring an impressive six goals while keeping SC Schaffhausen U17 at bay. By halftime, the score stood at 1-8 in favor of the visitors.
Despite a valiant effort from SC Schaffhausen U17 in the third quarter, they were unable to close the gap significantly, with WBK SM Zürich U17 extending their lead to 5-12 by the end of the quarter.
The final quarter saw both teams fighting hard, but WBK SM Zürich U17 continued to showcase their superiority, ultimately securing a decisive victory with a final score of 5-16. WBK SM Zürich U17’s accurate penalty shots and effectiveness in extra man situations played a crucial role in their success.
Individual standout performances included Giorgio Ciani Romera from WBK SM Zürich U17, who scored five goals, and Julian Eberharter, who also contributed significantly to their team’s victory with four goals. SC Schaffhausen U17’s Ilio Loyd Wehrli and Leonardo Rocco Furfaro showed glimpses of brilliance, scoring two goals each.
Despite the loss, both teams should be commended for their determination and skill displayed throughout the game. WBK SM Zürich U17’s comprehensive performance ensured they emerged victorious in this U17 water polo matchup.
Official Match Report