The Aquatic Sports Association of Malta (ASA of Malta) is proud to announce that it has
been entrusted with the organisation of the World Aquatics Men’s World Cup Division II
2026, a prestigious international water polo competition set to take place this April.
The tournament will be held at the Cottonera Indoor Pool and the Tal-Qroqq Sports
Complex, bringing together top national teams from across the globe. Matches will be
played between 7th and 13th April 2026, promising a week of high-level competition and
sporting excellence.

Karl Izzo, President of ASA Malta, stated:
“The Aquatic Sports Association of Malta are honoured to have been entrusted with the
organisation of the World Aquatics Men’s and Women’s World Cup Division II.
On behalf of ASA Malta, I extend a warm welcome to all delegates, referees, athletes,
coaches, and team officials who will undoubtedly contribute to making this international
water polo event a success.This event will further contribute to the promotion of water polo in Malta.”

The Organising Committee is committed to delivering a world-class event in full accordance
with World Aquatics rules and regulations, ensuring optimal conditions for all participants.
The 24 participating national teams in the World Aquatics Men’s World Cup Division II 2026,
to be held in Malta, listed as follows:

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Georgia, Germany, Great Britain, Hong
Kong (China), Kazakhstan, Malta, Montenegro, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore,
Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Türkiye, Ukraine, and the Neutral Independent Athletes
team (NAB).

Match Schedule – Men’s World Cup Division II
Day 1 – Tuesday 7 April 2026
Cottonera Indoor Pool
 11:00 – Match 1: GEO vs TUR
 13:00 – Match 2: GER vs SLO
 15:00 – Match 3: CHN vs GBR
 17:00 – Match 4: ARG vs HKG
 19:00 – Match 5: FRA vs UKR
Tal-Qroqq Sports Complex
 10:00 – Match 7: ROU vs SVK
 11:30 – Match 8: CAN vs SGP
 13:00 – Match 9: RSA vs POR
 15:00 – Match 10: BRA vs NAB

 16:30 – Match 11: MNE vs KAZ
 18:00 – Match 12: AUS vs MLT

Day 2 – Wednesday 8 April 2026
Cottonera Indoor Pool
 11:00 – Match 13: UKR vs HKG
 13:00 – Match 14: CHN vs AUS
 15:00 – Match 15: ROU vs RSA
 17:00 – Match 16: ARG vs MNE
 19:00 – Match 18: FRA vs CAN
Tal-Qroqq Sports Complex
 10:00 – Match 19: GBR vs NAB
 11:30 – Match 20: GEO vs BRA
 13:00 – Match 21: POR vs POL
 15:00 – Match 22: SLO vs SVK
 16:30 – Match 23: TUR vs SGP
 18:00 – Match 24: MLT vs KAZ

Day 3 – Thursday 9 April 2026
Cottonera Indoor Pool
 11:00 – Match 25: GER vs HKG
 13:00 – Match 26: GEO vs SLO
 15:00 – Match 27: CHN vs TUR
 17:00 – Match 28: ARG vs UKR
 19:00 – Match 29: FRA vs POL
Tal-Qroqq Sports Complex
 10:00 – Match 31: AUS vs SGP
 11:30 – Match 32: CAN vs POR
 13:00 – Match 33: RSA vs NAB
 15:00 – Match 34: BRA vs KAZ
 16:30 – Match 35: MNE vs GBR
 18:00 – Match 36: ROU vs MLT

Looking Ahead
The tournament will continue through to 13 April 2026, culminating in the final matches that
will determine the standings and promotion outcomes.
ASA Malta looks forward to welcoming the global water polo community and delivering an
unforgettable sporting event, while showcasing Malta’s passion for aquatic sports and its
renowned hospitality.