Croatia Clinches Third Men's Water Polo World Title in Thrilling Shootout
Italy and Croatia Poised for Gold Medal Showdown
Croatia Triumphs with 15-13 Penalty Shootout Victory
In a nail-biting finish to the Men's Water Polo World Championship final at the, Croatia emerged victorious over Italy with a thrilling 15-13 victory in a penalty shootout.
The match was a spirited battle from start to finish, with both teams trading blows throughout regulation time. After four pulsating quarters, the scores stood level at 10-10, forcing the game into overtime.
Overtime proved to be just as tense, with neither team able to break the deadlock. The game ultimately came down to a penalty shootout, where Croatia's nerves proved steadier than Italy's. With an emphatic final penalty, Croatia secured their third Men's Water Polo World title.
This victory marks a historic achievement for Croatia, further cementing their status as one of the world's most dominant water polo nations. For Italy, it was a bittersweet result, but they can take pride in their valiant effort.
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