Sabadell defeats Jadran M:tel 17:16 in Champions League opener

In the opening round of the Champions League water polo season, Sabadell secured a 17:16 victory against Jadran M:tel at the Morača pool in Podgorica. The match was characterized by frequent lead changes and high-scoring offensive play.

Sabadell took an early lead in the first quarter, but Jadran responded in the second, eventually leading by two goals. Despite Jadran regaining a 15:14 lead late in the game, Sabadell managed a 3:0 scoring run to reclaim control. In the final minute, Jadran's Strahinja Gojković, Aleksa Ukropina, and Danilo Stupar all hit the goal frame in attempts to equalize, but none resulted in goals.

Strahinja Gojković led Jadran with five goals, while Fran Valera scored four for Sabadell. Jadran's next Champions League match is scheduled for October 27 against Olympiacos.