All favorites secured comfortable victories in the 17th round of the Spanish League, leaving the standings unchanged.
Barcelona’s water polo players had a slow start in their home match against Mataro, falling behind 0:2 within the first three minutes. They finally got on the scoreboard just six seconds before the first break when Pol Daura converted a man-up after Mataro’s goalkeeper committed a personal foul. From the second quarter, Barcelona took full control and cruised to a 13:4 victory. Daura was the best scorer with four goals—matching Mataro’s entire tally.
Sabadell defeated Echeyde Tenerife 13:8, with Francesco Valera contributing three goals. Sabadell is just one point behind league leader Barceloneta, which has played one game fewer. Barceloneta had a bye this weekend, having already faced Caballa last month in a dominant 19:4 win.
Fourth-placed Terrassa secured a 14:8 victory over Sant Andreu, with Ignasi Bargallo leading the charge with four goals.
The most thrilling match took place in Madrid, where Real Canoe hosted Mediterrani. The game saw multiple twists and turns, ending at 12:12 after 32 minutes. In the penalty shootout, Mediterrani was much better, claiming a 16:13 win and taking two points.
2024/25 Spanish League, Round 17
Barcelona – Mataro 13:4 (1:2, 5:1, 4:1, 3:0)
Catalunya – Rubi 10:9 (3:0, 4:2, 2:3, 1:4)
Sabadell – Tenerife 13:8 (3:2, 2:0, 4:2, 4:4)
Terrassa – Sant Andreu 14:8 (4:2, 4:2, 3:1, 3:3)
Real Canoe – Mediterrani 13:16 (4:2, 2:3, 3:3, 3:4, PSO 1:4)
Played earlier: Caballa – Barceloneta 4:19
1. Barceloneta 16 – 48
2. Sabadell 17 – 47
3. Barcelona 17 – 40
4. Terrassa 17 – 39
5. Mataro 17 – 25
6. Mediterrani 17 – 22
7. Sant Andreu 16 – 18
8. Tenerife 17 – 17
9. Catalunya 17 – 17
11. Caballa 17 – 10
12. Rubi 17 – 9
