Team Malta Touches Down in Dubrovnik Ahead of Historic Water Polo 4×4 World Championships
The Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASA) has unveiled the official group schedule for Team Malta ahead of the inaugural World Aquatics Water Polo 4×4 World Championships. The highly anticipated, fast-paced tournament is taking place from 31st August to 6th September 2026 against the historic backdrop of Dubrovnik, Croatia.
The newly launched 4×4 (WP4) discipline by World Aquatics features a smaller pitch, fewer players, and a shorter shot clock designed to optimize speed, tactical action, and spectator thrill.
Malta’s First-Round Fixtures
The national team faces an intense four-day opening block against fierce international competition:
- Day 1 (Monday, 31st Aug @ 13:10): Malta vs. Australia (AUS)
- Day 2 (Tuesday, 1st Sep @ 19:00): Malta vs. Croatia (CRO)
- Day 3 (Wednesday, 2nd Sep @ 13:10): Malta vs. Lithuania (LTU)
- Day 4 (Thursday, 3rd Sep @ 13:10): Malta vs. Russia (RUS)
Elite Selection
National Team Coach Anthony Farrugia has selected an elite eight-man roster blending core physical experience with tactical speed:
- Russel Caruana
- Stevie Camilleri
- Alec Fenech
- Liam Galea
- Sam Gilanzé
- Matthew Mifsud
- Jake Tanti
- Julian Valletta
The entire tournament can be followed live via the official World Aquatics YouTube Channel.
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