Men’s Water Polo Team Defeats Serbia in Victory
The Hungarian men’s water polo team secured a confident 17-13 victory over defending champions Serbia in the final round of the Olympic group stage in Paris on Monday. Despite trailing by two goals in the first quarter, Hungary outplayed their arch-rivals in all aspects of the game, scoring seven goals in the second quarter and six in the third. The Hungarian team had already secured their spot in the quarter-finals before the match, with third place in the group at stake.
With this victory, Hungary finished third in Group B and will face either the Italian, Croatian, Greek, or U.S. team in Wednesday’s quarter-finals. The goalkeepers played a significant role in the match, with both sides showcasing brilliant efforts. Hungarian player Fekete scored a crucial goal early on, and Ćuk from Serbia responded with a powerful goal. The back-and-forth continued throughout the game, with both teams putting up a strong fight.
Olympic champion Dénes Varga scored an exceptional action goal, but Serbia’s Mandić also made his mark with impressive play. The third quarter saw Hungary taking a three-goal lead for the first time, and they maintained their advantage throughout the remainder of the match. Despite a late push from Serbia, Hungary held on to secure the victory.
In the final minutes, both teams continued to score, but Hungary’s lead was insurmountable. The Hungarian men’s water polo team demonstrated skill and determination in their victory over Serbia, setting the stage for an exciting quarter-final match. With their eyes set on the podium, Hungary will look to continue their winning streak and advance in the Olympic competition.
