Sliema Aquatic Sports Club, with a rich history spanning over 100 years, continues its commitment to promoting water polo in Malta. Dedicated to fostering young talent, the club is honored to host an exciting international water polo match, welcoming the Dutch team GZC DONK to Malta.

The match will be held at the Sport Malta Cottonera Pool Complex in Cottonera, a premier indoor venue renowned for its world-class facilities. This event underscores Malta’s dedication to water polo and serves as a platform to showcase the nation’s vibrant sporting culture and hospitality to an international audience.

Sliema ASC extends a warm welcome to GZC DONK, as well as all European Aquatics and club officials, for this high-profile encounter. The Challenger Cup semi-final represents the club’s unwavering commitment to the development of water polo and provides an exceptional opportunity for local and international fans to witness top-tier competition.

The Cottonera Sports Complex is Malta’s largest indoor sports facility, featuring an innovative design and a roof that covers one of the island’s largest spans. The facility includes an olympic-size indoor pool, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities such as multiple dressing rooms, dedicated office spaces, advanced control rooms, spectator stands, and restroom facilities. The pool meets all the regulatory requirements of World Aquatics, ensuring a world-class competition environment.

Sliema Aquatic Sports Club is dedicated to delivering a first-class organizational experience for this event. The club has worked closely with European Aquatics to ensure that all standards and requirements are met, guaranteeing a memorable and enjoyable Challenger Cup semi-final match for players, officials, and fans alike.