Recap

SC Kreuzlingen Dominate SC St. Gallen in 26-5 Water Polo Victory

In an intense match of the 2023-2024 Cup Men water polo league, SC Kreuzlingen dominated SC St. Gallen with a resounding 26-5 victory. The game took place at the Kreuzlingen HB / Egelsee venue on January 21, 2024, and showcased the home team’s prowess in the pool.

The game got off to a competitive start in the first quarter, with both teams displaying impressive offensive skills. Linus Längle of SC Kreuzlingen caused a penalty foul at 6:59, allowing Levente David Miklos of SC St. Gallen to score the opening goal with a penalty shot. However, SC Kreuzlingen quickly equalized, with Längle scoring their first goal at 6:40. Joel Herzog then added to the home team’s tally, putting SC Kreuzlingen in the lead. SC St. Gallen managed to level the score at 2-2 with another penalty shot goal from Miklos. The first quarter ended with SC Kreuzlingen leading 5-2, thanks to goals from Robin Pleyer and Yves Herzog.

The second quarter saw SC Kreuzlingen strengthening their grip on the game. Yves Herzog scored his second goal early on, followed by Benjamin Pfister and Joel Herzog extending the lead to 8-2. SC Kreuzlingen’s dominance was evident as they continued to find the back of the net, increasing their advantage to 11-2 by the end of the second quarter.

The third quarter turned into a one-sided affair, with SC Kreuzlingen firmly in control. They capitalized on their opportunities, scoring nine goals without conceding, while SC St. Gallen struggled to break through their defense. Zvonimir Zlomislic, Benjamin Pfister, and Noah Dudler were among the goal scorers in this impressive quarter for SC Kreuzlingen. The scoreline now stood at a commanding 20-3, showcasing the home team’s dominance.

The final quarter was a continuation of SC Kreuzlingen’s superiority. They maintained their clinical attack, with goals from Zlomislic, Pleyer, Joel Herzog, and a penalty shot conversion by Christian Würth. SC St. Gallen managed to find the net a couple more times, but it was not enough to overcome the insurmountable lead held by the home team. The game concluded with SC Kreuzlingen celebrating their comprehensive 26-5 victory.

The match statistics further highlighted SC Kreuzlingen’s exceptional performance. They converted 75% of their penalty shots and 80% of their extra man situations, demonstrating their efficiency in critical moments. SC St. Gallen had a perfect record in penalty shots, scoring all four attempts, but struggled in extra man situations, converting only one out of six opportunities.

Overall, it was a dominant display by SC Kreuzlingen, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. Their clinical finishing and strategic play led to a convincing victory over SC St. Gallen. With this impressive performance, SC Kreuzlingen serves as a formidable force in the water polo league, leaving no doubt about their title aspirations for the season ahead.

Official Match Report