The BOV Summer League 2025 delivered a thrilling weekend of water polo at the National Pool in Tal-Qroqq, with nail-biting encounters and dominant wins marking Match Day 2 of the play-offs, along with an intense women’s Super Cup final.
Men’s Play-Offs: San Giljan and Neptunes Take Charge
San Giljan MAA Daikin continued their dominant form with a convincing 13-5 victory over Sirens Build Fitness, controlling the match from start to finish to strengthen their title credentials.
In the other heavyweight clash, Neptunes Best Gyms Malta outplayed Sliema Frank Salt Real Estate with a 13-10 win. Despite a strong showing by Sliema, Neptunes maintained composure in the final stages to seal the result.
Friday night’s fixtures saw Marsaxlokk MFF Ltd defeat Birżebbuġa 13-10 in a closely fought encounter, while Marsaskala Optima Projects edged out Otters Nivea 15-14 in one of the most competitive matches of the round.
Women’s Super Cup: Sirens Triumph in Penalty Shootout
The BOV Women’s Super Cup saw Sirens C&J Bonavia emerge victorious after a dramatic 13-12 win over Sliema Arkadia, decided by a penalty shootout. The tightly contested match showcased the growing competitiveness in the women’s game, with both teams trading goals until Sirens held their nerve in the shootout.
Match Day 2 Results Summary
Friday, 1 August – Men’s Play-Offs
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Marsaxlokk 13–10 Birżebbuġa
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Otters 14–15 Marsaskala
Saturday, 2 August – Men’s Play-Offs
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San Giljan 13–5 Sirens
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Sliema 10–13 Neptunes
Saturday, 2 August – Women’s Super Cup
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Sirens 13–12 Sliema (after penalties)
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