Montenegro vs Spain predictions, Jan 16, 2026

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In a highly anticipated European Championship Water Polo matchup, Montenegro will host Spain on January 16, 2026. Both teams have shown impressive form recently, with Montenegro winning 2 of their last 4 matches and Spain winning 2 of their last 3 matches.

Montenegro, playing on home turf, will have the advantage of their supportive crowd behind them. Their tactical strengths lie in their strong defense and quick counterattacks, which have proven to be effective against tough opponents. On the other hand, Spain is known for their fluid teamwork and skilled individual players who can create scoring opportunities out of nothing.

Bookmakers have placed the odds heavily in favor of Spain with 1.05, while Montenegro stands at 12. Despite this, in a sport as unpredictable as water polo, anything can happen on the day of the match. Both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory in their pursuit of the European Championship title. It promises to be a thrilling contest between two talented sides.

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Montenegro 9%

Draw 7.5%

Spain 83.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 9:15

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	11	12	1.08
	9.7	11.2	1.09
	7.9	9.5	1.13
	12	16	1.05

Latest Results

14.01.26 France water polo – Montenegro water polo – 12:13 12.01.26 Hungary water polo – Montenegro water polo – 13:10 10.01.26 Malta water polo – Montenegro water polo – 12:21 05.01.26 Montenegro water polo – Croatia water polo – 11:12 24.07.25 Montenegro water polo – Croatia water polo – 13:19

14.01.26 Netherlands water polo – Spain water polo – 7:14 12.01.26 Spain water polo – Serbia water polo – 11:12 10.01.26 Israel water polo – Spain water polo – 3:28 24.07.25 Spain water polo – Hungary water polo – 15:13 22.07.25 Greece water polo – Spain water polo – 9:11 penalties

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Montenegro won 0.

Montenegro may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Spain is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Montenegro won 5 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 157:180. (average 7.9:9).

Latest Head To Head

20.07.25 Spain water polo – Montenegro water polo – 14:5 11.01.25 Montenegro water polo – Spain water polo – 8:15 13.02.24 Spain water polo – Montenegro water polo – 15:12 06.01.24 Montenegro water polo – Spain water polo – 12:14 19.07.23 Spain water polo – Montenegro water polo – 11:7

Standings

Preliminary

Group A

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Hungary	3	3	0	0	49:23	9
2	Montenegro	3	2	0	1	44:37	6
3	France	3	1	0	2	41:41	3
4	Malta	3	0	0	3	31:64	0

Group B

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Greece	2	2	0	0	43:14	6
2	Croatia	2	2	0	0	38:11	6
3	Georgia	2	0	0	2	13:38	0
4	Slovenia	2	0	0	2	12:43	0

Group C

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Serbia	3	2	0	0	44:33	8
2	Spain	3	2	0	1	53:22	6
3	Netherlands	3	1	0	1	39:38	4
4	Israel	3	0	0	3	23:66	0

Group D

		Pl	W	D	L		Pts
1	Italy	2	2	0	0	36:20	6
2	Romania	2	2	0	0	36:27	6
3	Turkey	3	1	0	2	44:55	3
4	Slovakia	3	0	0	3	36:50	0

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