Recap

Aquatics Club XXI secures a thrilling 17-15 victory over SV Basel in an intense water polo match at Nyon FB/Colovray. The game, part of the 2023-2024 National League B season, saw both teams giving their all in a bid for victory.

From the very start, Aquatics Club XXI took control, setting the pace with a dominant performance in the first quarter, ending with a 5-2 lead. Jean-Marc Vaucher and Andrea Ferrer led the charge with early goals, putting their team ahead.

SV Basel fought back in the second quarter, narrowing the gap with their offensive plays led by Ivan Kovacevic and Aron Horvath. However, Aquatics Club XXI managed to maintain their lead, heading into halftime with a score of 10-6.

The third quarter brought more excitement as both teams exchanged goals. Aquatics Club XXI’s Andrea Ferrer and Adrien Gothuey continued to find the back of the net, while SV Basel’s Luka Petric and Aron Horvath tried to keep their team in contention. Despite a missed penalty shot by Ferrer, Aquatics Club XXI held a 13-10 lead going into the final quarter.

In a tense fourth quarter, SV Basel mounted a comeback effort, closing the gap to just one goal at 16-15. However, Aquatics Club XXI stayed composed, with Patrick Baylou sealing the victory with a late goal to secure the 17-15 win.

Aquatics Club XXI’s solid defensive efforts and efficient scoring, coupled with SV Basel’s resilient fightback, made for a thrilling match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

As the teams now look ahead to their next fixtures in the league, this game will surely be remembered as a display of skill, determination, and sportsmanship in the world of water polo.

Official Match Report