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As the water polo World Cup approaches, Australia is set to host Malta on April 7, 2026, in what promises to be an intriguing clash. Although both teams have yet to play their first match leading up to the tournament, Australia enters the competition as a heavy favorite, reflected by the bookmaker’s odds of 1.03 for a home victory compared to 15 for the away side.
Australia’s tactical strength lies in their aggressive offensive play and deep bench, allowing for continuous pressure on the opponents. Historically, they have benefited from high-scoring games, and their ability to transition swiftly in counterattacks may play a crucial role against Malta.
On the other hand, Malta will need to rely on solid defensive strategies to cope with the Australians’ attacking prowess. They have shown resilience in past encounters and will look to disrupt Australia’s rhythm to secure valuable turnovers.
Given the odds suggesting a predicted score of 17:9, Australia is expected to dominate, yet water polo remains unpredictable. Malta’s potential for an upset should not be underestimated, as they aim to harness any opportunity to secure a surprise performance. Fans can expect a competitive match, but as in any sport, outcomes remain uncertain.
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| Australia 87.9% |
Draw 6% |
Malta 6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 17:9
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.03 | 15 | 15 |
Latest Results
| 19.07.25 Australia water polo – China water polo – 16:9 17.07.25 South Africa water polo – Australia water polo – 4:27 15.07.25 Australia water polo – Japan water polo – 11:12 14.07.25 Australia water polo – Spain water polo – 7:10 12.07.25 Hungary water polo – Australia water polo – 18:6 |
18.01.26 Malta water polo – Slovenia water polo – 14:13 17.01.26 Slovakia water polo – Malta water polo – 11:20 16.01.26 Malta water polo – Israel water polo – 15:14 14.01.26 Malta water polo – Hungary water polo – 6:21 12.01.26 Malta water polo – France water polo – 13:22 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Final tournament
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Spain | Germany | 22 : 9 |
| 2 | Montenegro | Croatia | 11 : 12 |
| 3 | Hungary | Netherlands | 21 : 11 |
| 4 | Greece | Japan | 20 : 10 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Spain | Croatia | 19 : 14 |
| 2 | Hungary | Greece | 14 : 18 |
Final
| 1 | Spain | Greece | 16 : 14 |
3rd place
| 2 | Croatia | Hungary | 15 : 18 |
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