Funchal 2026: Netherlands roar back against Spain to secure ticket to semi-finals

Netherlands’ Simone Van De Kraats struck two crucial goals against Spain. Photo: European Aquatics

The Netherlands were involved in a second successive thriller in Madeira, battling back from 1-5 down to draw with Spain – a result that was enough to send them through to the semi-finals, despite losing the ensuing shootout. Earlier, world champions Greece maintained their 100% record in Funchal with an emphatic victory over Croatia. Italy and Hungary also overpowered their respective opponents ...