Recap

In a thrilling water polo match held at the Kreuzlingen FB / Hörnli venue in the 2023-2024 National League A, SC Kreuzlingen clashed with Carouge Natation on the 2nd of July, 2024. The game, officiated by referees Peter Wengenroth and Ruben Garcia, was an intense affair from start to finish.

The home team, SC Kreuzlingen, put on a dominant display, securing a convincing victory with an end result of 14-4 over Carouge Natation. The match started off strong for SC Kreuzlingen, taking an early lead in the first quarter with a score of 4-1. The second quarter saw both teams fighting hard, but SC Kreuzlingen managed to extend their lead to 8-3 by halftime.

Despite a closer third quarter with both teams scoring one goal each, SC Kreuzlingen surged ahead in the final quarter, shutting out Carouge Natation with a 5-0 scoreline. SC Kreuzlingen’s efficient play was highlighted by their successful conversion of penalty shots and extra man situations, with a 66.67% and 55.56% success rate, respectively. On the other hand, Carouge Natation struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, scoring only 12.5% of their extra man situations.

Key players for SC Kreuzlingen included Simon Geiser, Nemanja Silj, and Robin Pleyer, who all made significant contributions to their team’s victory. Carouge Natation’s efforts were led by Emrick Ardisson and Kiriakos Pontikeas, despite the team ultimately falling short.

Overall, SC Kreuzlingen’s strong performance in all quarters allowed them to secure a well-deserved win, showcasing their skill and determination on the water polo field.

Official Match Report