Recap

Aquatics Club XXI dominated the water polo match against SC Schaffhausen in the 2023-2024 National League B at the Piscine Chéserex on 20th January 2024. The final score of 24-8 displayed the home team’s superiority throughout the game.

From the start, Aquatics Club XXI showcased their strength, opening the match with a series of goals. Andrea Ferrer set the pace, scoring the first goal at 07:39, followed by Patrick Moeschberger, Stéphane Ferrer, and Jean-Marc Vaucher, all contributing to the team’s early 4-0 lead. SC Schaffhausen managed to break the scoreless streak with a goal from Joel Schmuki at 01:05, but Aquatics Club XXI quickly responded with a goal from Loïc Leuenberger, ending the first quarter with a score of 8-2.

The second quarter saw Aquatics Club XXI continue their dominance. Jean-Marc Vaucher proved to be a key player, scoring two goals, including one on an extra man situation, extending the home team’s lead to 10-2. Although Claudio Keller managed to find the net for SC Schaffhausen, it was not enough to halt the momentum of Aquatics Club XXI. The second quarter ended with a score of 12-3 in favor of the home team.

The third quarter witnessed Aquatics Club XXI’s relentless pursuit of goals. Adrien Gothuey showcased his accuracy from the penalty spot, converting two penalty shots, while Jean-Marc Vaucher and Cédric Torres added to the team’s impressive tally. SC Schaffhausen managed to respond with goals from Joel Schmuki and Claudio Keller, but they remained far behind as Aquatics Club XXI ended the third quarter with a commanding 17-4 advantage.

The final quarter saw Aquatics Club XXI maintain their dominance, adding to their goal tally. Adrien Gothuey, Stéphane Ferrer, Cédric Torres, Lucas Radosta, Patrick Moeschberger, and Maxime Etter all found the net, showcasing the team’s depth and versatility. SC Schaffhausen fought bravely, with Joel Schmuki and Istvan Robert Vigh managing to score in the dying minutes of the game. However, their efforts were only enough to reduce the deficit slightly, with the final score standing at 24-8 in favor of Aquatics Club XXI.

Aquatics Club XXI’s precision from penalty shots and extra man situations significantly contributed to their victory. Of the three penalty shots they received, they converted two, securing a remarkable 66.67% success rate. In addition, they capitalized on 33.33% of their extra man situations. SC Schaffhausen managed to score on one of their four extra man situations, achieving a 25.0% success rate.

Overall, the game highlighted Aquatics Club XXI’s superior skills and teamwork, resulting in a convincing victory. Their dominance was apparent in every aspect, from their strong offensive plays to their disciplined defense. Aquatics Club XXI’s performance in this match served as a testament to their potential as they continue their journey in the 2023-2024 National League B.

Official Match Report