Assolim Mataró Hits The Table And Caresses The Final Four Of The Champions League

Assolim Mataró hits the table and reaches for the Champions League Final Four

Conclusive victory in the first leg of the quarterfinals against a SIS Roma that does not give up

The water of the Mataró pool witnessed a vibrant match this Saturday that could mark a before and after in Assolim Mataró's European season. With our sights set on the possible reissue of past successes, such as those achieved in 2017, 2023 and 2024the Maresme team took a giant step towards its fourth historic Final Four when imposed by a 13-9 to the combative SIS Roma in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals.

The Italian team, despite not having the renown of other giants of European water polo, once again demonstrated its tenacity and ability to compete against any rival. However, Mataró knew how to impose its law in a match where the figure of Jewel Roemer shone with its own light, scoring four goals and leading his team to a victory that grants a significant advantage facing the second leg.

SIS Roma, supported by the solidity of its block, tried to keep up with Assolim in each quarter. However, the 5-3 adverse in the second quarter It became a burden that was difficult to lift. Mataró, with that income in hand, knew how to manage the result, closing the match with a difference of four goals which, although not definitive, represents a considerable emotional boost for the European aspiration of the Catalan club.

The superiority of Tilly Kearns and Mireia Guiral at the buoy was a determining factor. Their dominance allowed Mataró to force five penaltiesof whom scored four, and generated a game of superiority that translated into a 4/8. The defense, led by an inspired Mariona Terrewas an insurmountable wall for SIS Roma, limiting its opportunities in superiority to a 3/9. The comeback task for the Italian team seems complicated and they will have to cling to the home field factor in the return leg.

The first stages of the match already foreshadowed an even duel. Both teams had opportunities in superiority, but it was Queralt Bertran who opened the scoring for Mataró. After a post by Maxine Schaap, Sienna Hearn equalized the score. The interventions of Olimpia Sesena and the sticks prevented the marker from moving until Izabella Chappini overtook SIS Roma. However, Jewel Roemer, penaltyneutralized the Italian advantage to close the first quarter with a 2-2.

The second quarter was the turning point. Mataró intensified its attack, insistently seeking the inside game. Jewel Roemer took advantage of the situation to score two goals from the penalty spot, opening a gap that widened Martina Claveria. Despite attempts to Zaplatina for keeping SIS Roma afloat, Silvia Morell scored another penalty to put the 6-3. A post by Mireia Guiral allowed Lavinia Papi get closer to SIS Roma (6-4), but Laia Gil and Zaplatina They exchanged goals in superiority, leaving the score at a 7-5 to rest.

After the resumption, Mireia Guiral He extended Mataró's advantage (8-5) with a play at the buoy. A pole of Izabella Chiappini and the interventions of Olimpia Sesena They kept the score under control. Jewel Roemer was once again decisive, neutralizing a bit of Chiara Ranalli to put the 9-6. After an exchange of blows between Sienna Hearn, Silvia Avegno and Chiara Ranalliand with an iron defense of Terre and Sesenathe third quarter concluded with a 10-7.

The last set began with the threat of reducing the distance by SIS Roma, but the defense of Terre and the sticks prevented it. Silvia Avegno extended Mataró's advantage (11-7). After an exchange of goals between Maxine Schaap and Clara Cambrayand even though Schaap scored again for SIS Roma, a great final goal by Paige Hauschild sealed the 13-9 for Assolim Mataró. The income of four goals It is a treasure for the return, which will be disputed May 16 and will decide who advances to the long-awaited Final Four.

Frequently Asked Questions

• When will the second leg of the quarterfinals be played?
  The second leg will be played next May 16.
• What was the result of the first leg?
  Assolim Mataró won the first leg by 13-9 to SIS Rome.
• Who were the top scorers of the game?
  On behalf of Assolim Mataró, Jewel Roemer noted 4 goals. For SIS Rome, Elizaveta Zaplatina, Maxine Schaap, Chiara Ranalli they scored 2 goals each one.
• What advantage does Assolim Mataró have for the second leg?
  Assolim Mataró has an advantage of four goals (13-9).
• How many Final Fours has Assolim Mataró played historically?
  If they manage to advance, this would be the fourth Final Four in the history of the club.
• Who are the match referees?
  The referees were Marieke van den Berg from the Netherlands and Peter Radic from Slovakia.
• What was the result of the partial matches?
  The partials were: 2-2, 5-3, 3-2 and 3-2.
• Which players were eliminated from SIS Roma?
  They were eliminated Ranalli and Di Claudio.

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