Hungary vs Croatia predictions, Jul 23, 2026

World Cup Water Polo, on Thursday,

Hungary

Croatia

Score, Highlights

Short Preview

As Hungary prepares to host Croatia in this World Cup water polo clash on July 23, 2026, both teams come into the match with varying trajectories. Hungary has shown promising form, securing victory in their most recent match, suggesting a potentially strong offensive lineup capable of putting pressure on their opponents. The home advantage could further bolster their performance, as fans rally behind the team in a familiar environment.

In contrast, Croatia enters this match still seeking their first win, creating a sense of urgency for the visiting side. They will need to address any tactical vulnerabilities to capitalize on Hungary’s defensive lapses, particularly if they hope to contend effectively. Croatia’s ability to adapt and respond to Hungary’s attacking strategies will be crucial in determining the outcome.

Bookmakers have pegged Hungary as the favorites with odds at 1.86, while Croatia sits slightly higher at 2.62, indicative of a competitive match ahead. The predicted final score of 13:11 underscores a likely high-scoring affair, driven by both teams’ capabilities. While Hungary’s recent form favors them, the unpredictable nature of water polo means a tightly contested matchup is expected.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-07-16T19:52:02+00:00.

Hungary
49.5%
Draw
13.7%
Croatia
36.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 17:8

!!!!! Information about video stream is absent for now

Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.93 6.84 2.4
MarathonBet 1.72 7.85 2.9
Pinnacle 2 5.7 2.3

Latest Results

04.07.26 Hungary water polo – Serbia water polo – 17:13
12.04.26 Hungary water polo – Italy water polo – 9:12
11.04.26 Hungary water polo – Greece water polo – 10:16
09.04.26 Hungary water polo – Spain water polo – 14:15 penalties
08.04.26 Serbia water polo – Hungary water polo – 10:12
12.04.26 Serbia water polo – Croatia water polo – 6:11
11.04.26 Croatia water polo – USA water polo – 18:12
09.04.26 Croatia water polo – Netherlands water polo – 12:8
08.04.26 Italy water polo – Croatia water polo – 13:11
07.04.26 Spain water polo – Croatia water polo – 14:10

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hungary won 3.
  • Hungary could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hungary won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 220:193. (average 11:9.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.07.25 Croatia water polo – Hungary water polo – 12:18
    13.04.25 Croatia water polo – Hungary water polo – 15:18 penalties
    28.12.24 Croatia water polo – Hungary water polo – 10:14
    09.08.24 Hungary water polo – Croatia water polo – 8:9
    14.01.24 Hungary water polo – Croatia water polo – 8:11

    Standings

    Draw

    Qualification

    1/8-finals

    1 Neutral Athletes B Brazil 16 : 10
    2 France Portugal 23 : 9
    3 Montenegro Malta 23 : 6
    4 Romania Argentina 21 : 11
    5 Canada Ukraine 13 : 17
    6 Turkey Georgia 12 : 19
    7 Australia Slovakia 18 : 9
    8 Germany China 14 : 8

    Quarter-finals

    1 Neutral Athletes B France 13 : 14
    2 Montenegro Romania 14 : 8
    3 Ukraine Georgia 9 : 20
    4 Australia Germany 11 : 14

    Semi-finals

    1 France Montenegro 11 : 15
    2 Georgia Germany 19 : 13

    Final

    1 Montenegro Georgia 19 : 17

    3rd place

    2 France Germany 6 : 8

    Hungary – Croatia and other World Cup Water Polo events on our partner.

  • World Cup Water Polo

    Related Articles

    0 Comment