Recap

In a thrilling water polo match held at Genève HB/Pâquis, the SC Horgen U15 team faced off against CN Nyon U15 in the 2023-2024 U15 league on May 5, 2024. From the opening whistle blown by referee Bogdan Filipovic, both teams displayed immense skill and determination that ultimately led to a nail-biting tie with a final score of 7-7.

The game kicked off with an exchange of goals in the first quarter, with both teams scoring twice to level the playing field at 2-2. Raphaël Fontanella of CN Nyon and Felix Flückiger of SC Horgen were among the standout performers as they found the back of the net for their respective teams.

The second quarter saw CN Nyon take a slight lead with a goal by Paul Marconnet, capitalizing on a penalty shot opportunity. However, the SC Horgen defense tightened up, conceding just one goal to make it 3-2 in favor of CN Nyon at halftime.

After the break, the third quarter was marked by a back-and-forth battle as both teams traded blows. SC Horgen managed to reclaim the lead with goals from Felix Flückiger and Nico Curiger, but CN Nyon responded with equal vigor, including a crucial penalty shot conversion by Badis Azouni to tie the score at 5-5.

As the game entered the final quarter, the intensity reached its peak. CN Nyon’s Mikhail Klyucharev and Raphaël Fontanella notched crucial goals to edge ahead, but SC Horgen’s relentless spirit shone through as Felix Flückiger found the net twice, including a late equalizer to salvage a draw at 7-7.

Both teams showcased exceptional talent, with SC Horgen converting 50% of their extra man situations and CN Nyon displaying efficiency with 80% of their extra man opportunities finding the target. The match was a true spectacle of youth water polo, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.

Official Match Report