Montenegro

Greece

World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025
World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025
First match result
vs

Montenegro vs. Greece Prediction on July 12, 2025

Match info

The World Aquatics Championships, organized by FINA, the international federation recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for administering international competitions in water sports, will feature its 22nd edition this July. The men’s water polo tournament (the water polo World Championships), one of 6 aquatic disciplines within the World Aquatics Championships, will certainly be grabbing the spotlight. In Round 1 of Group D on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 7:10 p.m. SGT (local Singapore time), heavyweights Montenegro and Greece will be contesting for an early advantage. Their match for the water polo World Championships will take place at the OCBC Aquatic Centre, located in the Singapore Sports Hub. It might come as a surprise to see the odds of bookmakers with apps for Android for the match winner, as they give pretty short odds for Greece’s triumph.

Meeting statistics

Current form: Montenegro (FINA-ranked #6)

  • 15–14 win vs. Netherlands in the April World Cup
  • Competitive 11–12 loss to Croatia (World Cup podium clash)
  • Brings World Cup-grade experience and offensive depth

Current form: Greece (FINA-ranked #5)

  • Strong European pedigree: bronze medalist in 2022 & 2023 World Championships
  • No major recent World Cup tournaments, but consistent in top-tier European competition

Playing style: Montenegro

  • Offensively aggressive, often involved in high-scoring games (e.g., 15 goals vs. Netherlands)
  • Structured defense under coach Dejan Savić; physical and well-organized formation

Playing style: Greece

  • Tactically disciplined with strong perimeter and wing shooting
  • Emphasizes team cohesion, zone defense, swift transitions, and counterattacks—a hallmark of recent medal runs

Head-to-head

  • Played 19 times: Greece leads 11–7 with 1 draw
  • In major tournaments (World Championships/Olympics), Greece dominates: 3 wins, 1 draw, and 0 losses in this matchup series
  • Montenegro claimed upset wins during Olympic qualifiers, but overall, Greece holds the clear edge in head-to-head encounters

Match analytics

Expect a close, physical contest. Greece’s tactical discipline should narrowly outperform Montenegro’s high-scoring but less structured style. Both sides can score heavily; a tight match should push past 22 goals, but not much more than that.

Tip: Total Goals: Under 27.5, at 1.85 odds on BetObet.

Bookmaker odds

Milos Vasiljevic
Author
He is the mastermind behind our captivating content, leveraging his extensive journalism experience to craft compelling sports news and insightful betting predictions. His passion for the game and knack for storytelling ensure our readers are always engaged and informed, bringing a unique and expert perspective to every piece he writes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this game set Group D standings?
How do both sides bounce back from high-pressure matches?

More tips on Water polo

Montenegro

Montenegro

Greece

Greece

July 12, 2025 | 7:10 p.m. SGT (local Singapore time)


Tournament
World Aquatics Championships Singapore 2025