World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup Draw Results: The Path to 2025 Super Finals and Championships
The eagerly awaited draws for the men’s and women’s Division 1 tournaments in the World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup have been revealed, outlining the road teams must follow to qualify for the 2025 Super Finals and the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.
Men’s and Women’s Division 2 Tournaments: When and Where
The Division 2 tournaments for both men’s and women’s teams are set to be hosted in Istanbul, Turkiye. The women’s tournament will take place from 14 to 17 December 2024, followed by the men’s tournament from 18 to 21 December 2024. These tournaments are open to teams from Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.
Draw Results | Men’s Division 2 Tournament
Teams will compete in a group phase of four groups with three teams each. Following this, the top teams will proceed to the knockout stages, including Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Finals.
- Group A: Iran, Kazakhstan, South Africa
- Group B: Great Britain, Portugal, China
- Group C: Malta, Singapore, Germany
- Group D: Netherlands, Turkiye, Slovakia
Draw Results | Women’s Division 2 Tournament
Similar to the men’s setup, the women’s Division 2 tournament will feature four groups of three teams, leading into the knockout rounds.
- Group A: Kazakhstan, Great Britain, Turkiye
- Group B: Germany, Czechia, Singapore
- Group C: South Africa, China, Japan
- Group D: Portugal, Croatia, France
The Stakes: Path to the Super Finals and Singapore 2025
The top two teams from the men’s and women’s Division 2 tournaments will earn a place in the 2025 World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup – Super Final, joining six teams from Division 1. Winning the Division 2 tournament will also secure promotion to Division 1 for the 2026 edition.
The 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore will host 16-team tournaments for both men and women. Detailed qualification criteria can be accessed here.
Division 1 Tournaments: Schedule and Venue
The Men’s Division 1 tournament is slated to take place in Bucharest, Romania, from 7-12 January 2025. The following teams secured their spots based on prior international performances: Croatia, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Montenegro, Japan, Romania, Serbia, Spain, and the United States.
The Women’s Division 1 tournament will be hosted in Alexandroupolis, Greece, from 14-19 January 2025, featuring eight teams: Australia, Greece, Hungary, Netherlands, Israel, Italy, Spain, and the United States.
Draw Results | Men’s Division 1 Tournament
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Seeding for the men’s groups was determined by the results of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
- Group A: Hungary, France, Spain
- Group B: Serbia, Montenegro, Greece
- Group C: United States, Japan, Romania
- Group D: Croatia, Georgia (playing each other twice in the Group Phase)
Draw Results | Women’s Division 1 Tournament
The women’s group phase consists of two groups of four, determining seeding for the knockout stage.
- Group A: Spain, United States, Greece, Hungary
- Group B: Netherlands, Australia, Israel, Italy
What’s at Stake in Division 1
Six teams from the Division 1 tournaments will progress to the 2025 Super Final, joining two successful teams from Division 2. This sets the stage for intense competition as teams aim not only for immediate glory but also for a coveted spot in the global stage at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships.
The journey to the 2025 Super Finals promises high-level water polo action and thrilling encounters across the board, as teams vie for qualification and the prestige of being among the world’s best.