The final tournament of the European qualifications for the Men’s World League Super Final will be held in Debrecen, Hungary, in January (8 – 10).
As we reported in October, FINA decided to compress the calendar and the remaining three days “pack” in one tournament.
The dates were determined earlier, while the news is that Debrecen will be the host.
The competition formula isn’t changed. On Day 1, the quarterfinals will be played. One quarterfinal game has been already held before the suspension of the competition caused by the pandemic – Spain defeated Serbia 13:11. Still, these two teams will meet on Day 1 of the tournament in Debrecen. But, that encounter will be a friendly match. A day later, Spain will play in the semifinals for places 1st-4th, Serbia in the consolation semifinals (5th- 8th).
The top three teams will qualify for the World League Super Final in Tbilisi (Georgia).
Each team can register a 15-player roster for the tournament. But, of course, only 13 can play in a match.
World League, Men’s European Qualifications
Quarterfinals (January 8)
Montenegro – Croatia
France – Greece
Italy – Hungary
Played in March: Serbia – Spain 11:13
Semifinals (January 9)
For places 1st – 4th
Montenegro or Croatia – Italy or Hungary
Spain – France or Greece
For places 5th – 8th
Montenegro or Croatia – Italy or Hungary
Serbia – France or Greece
Final and other matches for the final rankings 1st – 8th places (January 10)
Intercontinental Cup
The Intercontinental qualifications will be held in Indianapolis (USA), April 26 – May 2. The top four teams will qualify for the final tournament.
Super Final
June 26 – July 2
The tournament will be held in Tbilisi (Georgia).
