Greece’s men’s national water polo team reached the top by winning the World Cup trophy, defeating Hungary 15-14 in a thrilling final in Sydney.
Theodoros Vlachos’ “Ghostbusters” secured the victory in a dramatic encounter, with Dimitris Skoumpakis scoring five goals and Stelios Argyropoulos sealing the triumph with the winning goal just 12 seconds before the final whistle.
“The national water polo team has given us many great distinctions and medals, establishing our country among the world’s elite in the sport. Today, it wrote a new golden page in its history by winning the gold medal at the World Cup for the first time,” President of the Hellenic Republic Constantine Tassoulas said in a statement. “Warm congratulations to the international players, the coach and everyone who contributed to this great achievement. You have made us all proud,” he added.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also posted a message congratulating the men’s national water polo team on its World Cup victory.
“The men’s national water polo team has made golden history in Australia, winning its first World Cup in a sport that has always given us strong emotions and international distinctions. Theodoros Vlachos and his players showed what passion, perseverance and a winning mentality mean. Many congratulations! You are always worthy!” he said.
(amna.gr)
