Recap

In a thrilling water polo match held at the Basel FB / St.Jakob (Joggeli) pool, SV Basel hosted Aquastar in a National League B showdown on the evening of 17th May 2024. The two teams battled it out fiercely, eventually ending the game in a nail-biting draw with a final score of 17-17.

The game began with SV Basel taking the lead in the first quarter, outscoring Aquastar 6-3. Ivan Djurdjevic, Vladimir Morozov, and Aron Horvath were instrumental in helping SV Basel secure an early advantage. Despite Aquastar’s efforts to close the gap, SV Basel maintained their lead at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, Aquastar fought back strongly, outscoring SV Basel 6-5. Adrian Kaszas and Laszlo Balzam led the charge for Aquastar, narrowing the margin and putting pressure on SV Basel. However, SV Basel managed to hold on to their lead going into halftime.

Coming out of the break, SV Basel extended their lead in the third quarter, with Matteo Ribatti and Luka Petric making crucial contributions to keep their team ahead on the scoreboard. Aquastar continued to push back, but SV Basel maintained their composure and stayed in front.

The final quarter saw an intense battle as both teams fought tooth and nail for the victory. Aquastar launched a comeback, with Laszlo Balzam scoring multiple goals to level the score at 17-17 in the dying minutes of the game. Despite both teams having their chances, neither could break the deadlock, and the match ended in a draw.

Overall, it was a fiercely competitive and thrilling water polo match between SV Basel and Aquastar, with both teams showcasing their skill and determination until the final buzzer. The draw leaves both teams with a hard-fought point in the National League B standings, setting the stage for more exciting matchups in the future.

Official Match Report