European Water Polo
Championship 2026

From January 10 to 25, 2026, Belgrade will host the 37th Men’s European Water Polo Championship – one of the most prestigious sporting events on the continent.

The best European teams will gather in Belgrade Arena, the largest indoor venue in the Balkans, which has already witnessed unforgettable sporting moments. This winter, it will be transformed into a spectacular water polo stage where 16 national teams will compete: Serbia, Spain, Croatia, the Netherlands, Slovakia, Georgia, Italy, Hungary, Greece, Montenegro, Romania, France, Slovenia, Turkiye, Malta, and Israel.

Fans can expect a true spectacle – thrilling clashes between Europe’s top teams, a battle for prestige, and the championship title currently held by Spain, the winner of the last edition in Croatia.

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