Recap

Title: SC Kreuzlingen Dominates SC St. Gallen in Water Polo Match

Date: December 2, 2023

In a thrilling encounter at the Kreuzlingen HB / Egelsee venue, SC Kreuzlingen showcased their dominance by defeating SC St. Gallen 1909 with an impressive 36-5 scoreline. The National League A matchup left no doubt as to which team was in control from start to finish.

SC Kreuzlingen sprinted out of the gates in the first quarter, quickly establishing their authority on the game. Nemanja Silj opened the scoring on an extra man situation, followed by Flurin Rickenbach’s precise shot that left St. Gallen’s defense reeling. Zvonimir Zlomislic and Noah Dudler also found the back of the net, allowing Kreuzlingen to take a commanding 9-2 lead by the end of the quarter.

The second quarter witnessed a similar pattern, with SC Kreuzlingen continuing their offensive onslaught. Despite a brief rally from St. Gallen’s István Bocskay and Levente Miklos, SC Kreuzlingen had an answer for every goal conceded. Dominic Mlcoch and Joel Herzog played instrumental roles in maintaining Kreuzlingen’s lead, resulting in a 15-4 scoreline at halftime.

As the second half began, SC Kreuzlingen intensified their attack, while St. Gallen struggled to keep pace. Gian Rickenbach, Benjamin Pfister, and the irrepressible Flurin Rickenbach tormented the defense, adding to their team’s ever-growing lead. St. Gallen’s inability to capitalize on extra man situations further compounded their troubles, as they failed to convert any of their nine opportunities.

The fourth quarter served as a mere formality, with SC Kreuzlingen looking to extend their lead. The relentless pressure from Kreuzlingen’s offense proved too much for St. Gallen’s defense to handle, as they conceded nine more goals in the final period. Zvonimir Zlomislic and Joel Herzog were once again at the center of the action, further contributing to their team’s emphatic victory.

SC Kreuzlingen’s sharpshooting accuracy was on full display throughout the match. They successfully converted all three penalty shots awarded to them, displaying a flawless 100% conversion rate. Additionally, their proficiency in capitalizing on extra man situations saw them score an impressive 13 out of 14 opportunities, resulting in an efficient 92.86% success rate.

On the other hand, SC St. Gallen showcased their resilience by successfully converting both of their penalty shots, but struggled to find the back of the net during extra man situations, failing to convert any of their nine chances.

Overall, the match saw SC Kreuzlingen dominate in every aspect, showcasing their prowess in attack, defense, and special teams. It was a comprehensive display of water polo skills, leaving no doubt as to who deserved the victory.

With this commanding win, SC Kreuzlingen further solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in the 2023-2024 National League A season. Their dominant performance will undoubtedly serve as a warning to future opponents, as they continue to make their mark in the league.

Official Match Report