Recap

Horgen Secures Victory Against Kreuzlingen in Intense Water Polo Match

In what turned out to be a thrilling contest, SC Horgen emerged victorious against SC Kreuzlingen in the National League A water polo match held at Clarens HB/Maladaire. The game, played on the 14th of January, 2024, kept the spectators on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. With a final score of 13-15, Horgen displayed excellent teamwork and skill to secure the win.

The match got off to a slow start, with both teams looking a bit hesitant. In the first quarter, Horgen took an early lead, scoring three goals to Kreuzlingen’s two. The game was closely contested, with several exclusion fouls and extra-man situations. Nemanja Silj of Kreuzlingen scored the first goal of the match from a penalty shot, giving his team an early advantage. However, Horgen quickly equalized through Philipp Herzog’s goal on an extra man situation. The first quarter ended 2-3 in Horgen’s favor.

The second quarter saw a strong fightback from Kreuzlingen, as they managed to level the score. Both teams struggled to find the back of the net, with missed penalty shots from both sides. Yves Herzog of Kreuzlingen successfully converted a penalty shot, bringing the game to a 4-4 deadlock. Marko Manojlovic of Horgen scored a crucial goal, giving his team a slight lead before halftime. The score stood at 5-5 heading into the break.

As the game resumed, Horgen regained their momentum. They dominated the third quarter, outscoring Kreuzlingen 6-4. The Horgen players showcased their offensive prowess, taking advantage of exclusion fouls and extra-man situations. Domonkos Szer and Djordje Manojlovic were instrumental in generating goals for Horgen. Kreuzlingen fought back with goals from Linus Längle and Nemanja Silj, but couldn’t quite close the gap. With a score of 9-11, Horgen looked determined to maintain their lead.

The final quarter witnessed a thrilling battle as Kreuzlingen fought tooth and nail to stage a comeback. The teams exchanged goals, with both sides capitalizing on exclusion fouls and extra-man situations. Kreuzlingen’s Joel Herzog gave his team hope with two crucial goals, but Horgen’s defense held strong. Despite a late surge in intensity, Horgen managed to hold on to their lead. The match concluded with a final score of 13-15 in Horgen’s favor.

Some noteworthy statistics from the game include Kreuzlingen’s excellent penalty conversion rate of 100% and Horgen’s solid performance in extra-man situations, scoring 75% of the time. These stats underline the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities in water polo.

Overall, this match showcased the excitement, skill, and competitiveness of water polo. Both teams displayed their tenacity and desire to win. Horgen’s ability to stay composed under pressure and convert crucial opportunities ultimately made the difference. Kreuzlingen fought valiantly but fell just short. With such a thrilling battle on display, water polo fans left the venue thoroughly entertained.

Official Match Report