Recap

SC St. Gallen Triumphs Over Riviera Barracudas in a Thrilling Water Polo Match

In a highly anticipated clash between SC St. Gallen and Riviera Barracudas, both teams showed immense skill and determination in the 2023-2024 National League A match held at Kreuzlingen HB / Egelsee on February 11, 2024. The game lived up to the hype, providing fans with an intense battle in the pool.

The match got off to an explosive start as both teams displayed their offensive prowess. The first quarter saw an equal display of skill, with each team netting four goals. Levente David Miklos of SC St. Gallen opened the scoring with a penalty shot, only to be matched by Danilo Marra of Riviera Barracudas. Miklos then converted another penalty shot to take his team ahead, but Quentin Blary of Riviera Barracudas quickly equalized. The quarter ended with the score tied at 4-4.

The second quarter saw a similar intensity, as both teams matched each other goal for goal. SC St. Gallen’s Miklos proved to be a key player once again, tallying his third goal of the match. Riviera Barracudas’ Loris Sonno and Vincenzo Scamarcio also found the back of the net, ensuring the scoreboard remained level at halftime, with the teams deadlocked at 6-6.

After the break, SC St. Gallen came out with renewed determination and quickly took control of the match. Oreste Bozzo capitalized on an extra man situation to give his team a one-goal advantage. Bozzo continued his dominant performance, scoring another goal to extend the lead to 8-6. Riviera Barracudas fought back through Sonno but found themselves trailing 9-7 after Miklos converted yet another penalty shot. The third quarter ended with SC St. Gallen holding a two-goal advantage.

Entering the final quarter, Riviera Barracudas needed a strong push to mount a comeback. Quentin Blary answered the call, reducing the deficit to just one goal with less than five minutes left on the clock. However, SC St. Gallen’s Miklos, who was outstanding throughout the match, proved to be too much for Riviera Barracudas. He scored his fifth and sixth goals to secure the victory for his team, with the final score reading 11-9 in favor of SC St. Gallen.

SC St. Gallen showcased their impressive accuracy from the penalty spot, converting all three of their attempts. Additionally, their efficiency in extra man situations gave them an edge, as they converted two out of four opportunities. On the other hand, Riviera Barracudas struggled, failing to convert any of their five extra man situations.

In summary, the SC St. Gallen water polo team demonstrated their strength and resilience as they emerged victorious against the Riviera Barracudas in an exhilarating contest. Levente David Miklos’s six goals played a pivotal role in securing the win for his team. Both sides exhibited remarkable skill and sportsmanship, providing a thrilling spectacle for the fans in attendance.

Official Match Report