The Portuguese women’s water polo team is headed to the European Championship. They got in after Romania beat the Czech Republic 12-11. This happened on the second day of the qualifying tournament in Setúbal.
The team had already beaten the Czechs 18-12 on Friday. That win made sure they’d finish in the top two of Group A. The top two teams get to go to the final part of the competition.
On Sunday, Portugal plays Romania. The winner will be the top team in the group. This is a big deal for Portugal. They haven’t made it to the European Championship finals since 2016. That year, they hosted the tournament.
This will be Portugal’s fourth time in the European Championship. They’ve been in it before, in 1995, 1997, and 2016. The 2026 championship was supposed to be in Belgrade, but it’s going to be moved. The European federation is looking for a new place to hold the tournament.
Looking Ahead
The team’s success is a big step forward. They’ll face tough competition in the finals. But for now, they’re celebrating their win and looking forward to the next challenge.
Upcoming Match
Sunday’s match against Romania will decide the group winner. It’s going to be a tough game, but Portugal is ready. They’ve come a long way since their last championship appearance.
The European Championship is a big deal. The best teams from all over Europe compete. Portugal’s women’s water polo team is excited to be a part of it. They’re going to give it their all and make their country proud.
- Portugal beat the Czech Republic 18-12
- Romania beat the Czech Republic 12-11
- Portugal beat Romania on Sunday to decide the group winner
The tournament has been exciting so far. Fans are looking forward to the next games. The European Championship is going to be a great competition.